Medical articles of Uveitis

17/06/2026
Miss Eleni Vrizidou
Ophthalmologist
What is uveitis and what does it affect?
Uveitis is inflammation of the uvea, the middle layer of the eye that includes the iris, ciliary body and choroid. It can cause pain, redness and blurred vision, and may affect one or both eyes.
28/05/2024
Written by Top Doctors
What is uveitis? Symptoms, causes, and treatment explained
Uveitis is a complex eye condition that requires prompt and effective treatment to prevent complications.
10/03/2022
Mr Harry Petrushkin
Ophthalmologist
Ask an expert: How is anterior uveitis treated?
An inflammation of the iris, known as iritis or anterior uveitis, can cause sharp pain in the eye and an increased sensitivity to light. To avoid more serious complications, prompt treatment is required. To give expert insight on this condition, we invitied renowned consultant ophthalmic surgeon Mr Harry Petrushkin to outline the symptoms and treatment of anterior uveitis.
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17/09/2020
Dr Srilakshmi Sharma
Ophthalmologist
All you need to know about uveitis
Uveitis is a form of eye inflammation that can lead to irreversible vision loss if left untreated. In her latest article, Dr Srilakshmi Sharma, one of our top consultant ophthalmologists, talks about the causes of this eye condition, the signs and symptoms, the risks it poses and what treatments are available to help control its progression.
16/05/2019
Ms Theresa Richardson
Ophthalmologist
Uveitis cataracts: how common are they?
In patients with chronic eye inflammation (uveitis), cataracts are a common complication because of prolonged use of high-dose steroids used to treat the primary condition. Leading ophthalmologist Ms Theresa Richardson explains why it is still important for patients to use the steroids as it would be more detrimental without.
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17/09/2018
Ms Theresa Richardson
Ophthalmologist
How to spot uveitis
Many things can irritate your eyes, and all of us will experience the symptoms of pink-eye in our lifetimes. While conjunctivitis or infections are more common causes, a more unusual possibility is that of uveitis. What exactly is this condition? Top ophthalmologist Ms Theresa Richardson explains all.
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