Autoimmune Diseases Uveitis

Featured Article
Definition

Uveitis is swelling and irritation of the uvea, the middle layer of the eye. The uvea provides most of the blood supply to the retina.


Alternative Names

Iritis; Pars planitis; Choroiditis; Chorioretinitis; Anterior uveitis; Posterior uveitis


Causes, incidence, and risk factors

Uveitis can be caused by autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis or ankylosing spondylitis, infection, or exposure to toxins. However, in many cases the cause is unknown.

The most...

Read more

More information on "Autoimmune Diseases Uveitis"

From Our Experts

See more SharePosts »

From Our Sources

More on Rheumatoid Arthritis »