Uveítis
What is
Uveitis?
It is the inflammation of the uvea (ocular wall tissue) which rapidly deteriorates vision. It is considered a medical emergency, so if you think you have any symptoms you should see a doctor immediately.
Alert symptoms to consult
If you develop these symptoms suddenly and they get worse quickly,
you should seek immediate medical attention.
Redness
of eyes
Eye pain
Light sensitivity
Blurry vision
or reduced
See points
that float
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The importance of attending to the ophthalmologist
Uveitis, in the vast majority of cases, presents symptoms that worsen in a short time. However, there are times when this deterioration is slower or even does not present any symptoms.
In these cases, only an ophthalmological examination can determine this disease. That is why it is very important to attend an ophthalmological check-up appointment on a regular basis.
Causes of Uveitis
There is no clear cause in all the cases that occur, as this may be an autoimmune disease. But it has been detected that this ailment is also presented by:
infections
Effects secondaries of medicines
Systemic injuries and/or traumas
Cancer ocular
Possible complications
If not treated in time, uveitis can cause
Detachment
retinal
Glaucoma
Waterfalls
Scars
retinal
Total loss
of vision
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