Uveitis

H20.0

DESCRIPTION

Inflammation of the uveal tract and adjacent structures. The commonest form is acute anterior uveitis, which presents with pain and photophobia, variable loss of vision, circumcilliary injection, and a miotic pupil. Chronic uveitis may lead to cystoid macular oedema with decreased central acuity, cataract formation, and secondary glaucoma. Numerous systemic diseases can cause uveitis.

MEDICINE TREATMENT

  • Cycloplegic agent, e.g.:
  • Homatropine 2 %, ophthalmic drops, instil 1–2 drops 3–4 hourly.

OR

  • Atropine 1%, ophthalmic drops, instil 1 drop 12 hourly.

LoEIII [16]

AND

  • Corticosteroids e.g.:
  • Dexamethasone 0.1%, ophthalmic drops, instil 1–2 drops 4–6 hourly.

LoEIII [17]

REFERRAL

All, for management at an ophthalmology unit.