Uveitis has many causes including infections from viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites, a related disease in othe rparts of the body such as arthritis, and as a result of injury to the eye. A careful eye examination by an ophthalmologist is extremely important when symptoms occur. Inflammation inside the eye can permanently affect sight or even lead to blindness if not treated. Since uveitis can be associated with disease in the rest of the body, your ophthalmologist will want to know about your general health and may want to consult with your primary care physician or other medical specialists. Uveitis is a serious eye condition that may scar the eye and has to be treated as soon as possible.
Eye drops, especially steroids and pupil dilators can reduce inflammation and pain.
Dr. Richard Tamesis runs the Uveitis Service at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.