uveitis
Early diagnosis of uveitis makes a difference in future vision.
What is uveitis?
Uveitis is an inflammation of the uvea, the membrane that lines the inside of the eye.
The uvea is made up of the iris, the ciliary body, and the choroid, which together form the middle layer of the eye between the retina and the sclera (white part of the eye).
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There are several types of uveitis, defined according to the parts of the eye they affect: • Anterior uveitis or iridocyclitis: Inflammation of the anterior uvea • Intermediate uveitis or parsplanitis: Inflammation of the pars plana, the narrow area located between the iris and the choroid • Posterior uveitis or choroiditis: Inflammation of the posterior uvea • Panuveitis: The entire uvea is affected, that is, both the anterior and posterior segments of the eye.
Causes
There are factors that cause uveitis, and although in many cases the etiology is unknown, these are the main causes:
– Eye infections.
– Systemic diseases.
– Toxins.
– Trauma.
• Red eye.
• Blurred vision.
• Photophobia or sensitivity to light.
• Floating bodies or flies.
• Moderate or severe pain.
Intraocular inflammation can be silent: early detection is key.
Uveitis can endanger vision and can be complicated by the appearance of cataracts, retinal detachment, intraocular hemorrhages, glaucoma or cause macular edema (fluid in the central region of the retina).
That’s why it’s very important to visit an ophthalmologist at the first sign of any symptoms so they can perform an assessment and monitor the situation.
Treatment
There are different types of treatment depending on the severity of the condition, the cause, and the duration of the uveitis.
• Instillation of drops.
• Oral or systemic medication.
• Surgery.
“Taking care of your eye health is protecting your vision: consult a doctor if you experience any symptoms of uveitis.
Insurers and Mutual Insurance Companies
Insurers and Mutual Insurance Companies
These are some of the mutual insurance companies and health insurance providers we work with. However, the agreement with these mutual insurance companies will depend on the healthcare center.
If your policy doesn’t appear on the list, please don’t hesitate to contact us for more information.