What is uveitis?
Disease description:
My eyes have been very painful these days, and my vision has declined. I went to the hospital for an eye examination, and they diagnosed me with uveitis. What kind of eye disease is uveitis?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen You
Uveitis, also known as iridocyclitis, is an inflammation of the uveal tract within the eye. Typical clinical manifestations include redness of the eye, eye pain, and blurred vision. Uveitis is one of the common causes of blindness. Severe uveitis may lead to complications such as cataracts, glaucoma, and retinal detachment. Moreover, uveitis not only tends to recur but can also result in severe visual impairment.
