What is uveitis?

• A group of inflammatory eye diseases that can involve all parts of the eye.

• Uncommon, yet diagnosis is often delayed or missed.

• Divided into three main groups according to the location of inflammation:

  • In the front part – anterior uveitis

  • In the middle part – intermediate uveitis

  • In the back – posterior uveitis

  • Another subtype is scleritis, in which the inflammation is in the sclera (white part of the eye)

• Each type has its own unique symptoms and ocular signs:

  • Anterior uveitis - redness, tearing, pain, light sensitivity and blurred vision

  • Intermediate uveitis - blurred vision and the appearance of "floaters" in front of the eye without redness or pain

  • Posterior uveitis - visual disturbances such as decreased vision, black spots, Visual field impairment and difficulty with night vision

  • Scleritis - redness and severe pain in the eyeball

• Uveitis can be caused by several factors: infectious, autoimmune, or tumor.

• Treatment depends on the type of uveitis and usually includes administering steroids locally or systemically.

• Close monitoring is necessary during the course of the disease and during an attack.

• If necessary, the patient will also be sent for ocular imaging tests and systemic examination for the diagnostic process.

• It is important to quickly refer to a uveitis specialist to achieve a correct diagnosis, effective treatment, and careful monitoring.