What are the common diseases of inflammatory eye conditions?
Disease description:
My own eye has become swollen and feels very uncomfortable; I don't know what's causing it. I'd like to ask, what are the common diseases associated with inflammatory eye conditions?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Shuai
Common inflammatory eye diseases mainly include:
1. Conjunctivitis: This is a common type of eye inflammation, usually caused by bacteria, viruses, or allergens. Symptoms include eye congestion, redness, pain, itching, and increased discharge.
2. Keratitis: Keratitis is an inflammation of the cornea (the transparent tissue on the front of the eyeball), typically caused by infection, injury, or allergic reactions. Symptoms include eye pain, sensitivity to light, excessive tearing, and blurred vision.
3. Uveitis: This is an inflammation of the uvea inside the eye, which may cause symptoms such as eye pain, decreased vision, and floaters.
If these inflammatory eye conditions are not treated promptly, they may impair vision and even lead to blindness. Therefore, once symptoms of eye inflammation appear, it is important to seek medical attention promptly for proper diagnosis and treatment by a qualified physician.
