Alternatively, if the ciliary body has been severely damaged, fluid production may cease entirely and the eye will begin to shrink up. Recheck of the eyes following the resolution of uveitis is important for these reasons. Causes of uveitis Uveitis may be caused by many different diseases. Diseases in the dog include lymphoma, bleeding disorders, ehrlichiosis, Rocky Mountain Spotted fever, Lyme's disease and brucellosis. In any animal, a corneal ulcer or penetrating injury such as cactus spines, porcupine quills, pellets or b.b.
Blunt trauma can damage the eye severely and result in uveitis.
Inflammation of the uveal tract can occur when the lens leaks some of its contents inside the eye. The lens may cause uveitis when injured, when a cataract is rapidly forming, when cataract is dissolving or following penetrating injury or certain types of surgery such as cataract surgery. Treatment can be more specific if the actual cause of uveitis is known. Medical Treatment Medical treatment of uveitis must be aggressive to prevent glaucoma, to prevent scarring of the structures inside the eye and to prevent possible blindness. Different medications are used to control the original cause of the uveitis, if known, and to minimize the inflammation itself.