Anterior uveitis
Anterior uveitis is an inflammation of the middle layer of the eye, which includes the iris (colored part of the eye) and the adjacent tissue, known collectively as the uvea. Anterior uveitis, also known as iritis, is the most common form of uveitis.
Pronunciation
Anterior uveitis is pronounced as an-TEER-ee-or yoo-vee-EYE-tis.
Etymology
The term "anterior uveitis" is derived from the Latin word "anterior" which means "before" and "uveitis" which is derived from "uvea" (the middle layer of the eye) and "-itis" (a suffix used in medical terminology to denote inflammation).
Symptoms
Symptoms of anterior uveitis include redness of the eye, blurred vision, sensitivity to light (photophobia), irregular pupil, and pain in the eye.
Causes
Anterior uveitis can be caused by various conditions such as autoimmune diseases, infection, or exposure to toxins. However, in many cases, the cause is unknown.
Treatment
Treatment for anterior uveitis involves anti-inflammatory drugs, steroids, and dilating eye drops to reduce inflammation and pain, and to prevent further tissue damage.
Related Terms
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Anterior uveitis
- Wikipedia's article - Anterior uveitis
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