What is uveitis?
Disease description:
Recently, my eyes have been uncomfortable, and after an examination, I found out it might be uveitis. I would like to understand exactly what uveitis is.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Shuai
Uveopathy, also known as uveitis, is an inflammatory disease affecting the uvea of the eye. The uvea consists of three parts: the iris, ciliary body, and choroid, which are responsible for supplying nutrients and oxygen to most areas of the eye. Its main symptoms include eye pain, redness, photophobia, tearing, and vision loss.
Inflammation is the most common form of uveopathy, known as uveitis, which is further classified into anterior uveitis and posterior uveitis. This condition can be categorized as exogenous, secondary, or endogenous, with endogenous causes being the primary factor. Many cases of uveitis are considered autoimmune disorders.
Based on pathological factors, uveitis can be divided into non-granulomatous and granulomatous types. Non-granulomatous uveitis typically has an acute onset, shorter duration, and better prognosis; granulomatous uveitis usually develops gradually, lasts longer, has a higher recurrence rate, and carries a relatively poorer prognosis.
If left untreated, uveopathy may lead to severe complications such as glaucoma, cataracts, retinal detachment, and permanent vision loss. Treatment typically involves the use of anti-inflammatory medications, such as corticosteroids.
