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Uveitis

Uveitis Affects Physical and Mental Health, Daily Functioning

These patients experienced significant declines in quality of life, particularly those with comorbid conditions and systemic diseases, study shows.
November 14, 2024

E-Cigarette Use Increases Uveitis Risk, Study Finds

The effect, likely due to triggered inflammation, was even greater in these individuals than in traditional smokers.
November 13, 2024

Younger Women Predominantly Affected by MS-Associated Uveitis

The disease often involved both eyes of patients and complications included posterior synechiae and cataract formation, according to a comprehensive meta-analysis.
October 30, 2024

Uveitis Common in Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus, Linked to Vision Complications

Research highlights the increased risk of ocular problems and vision loss among HZO patients with this condition, emphasizing the importance of timely antiviral treatment and follow-up care.
September 24, 2024

Uveitis Recurrence Risk Elevated After COVID-19 Vaccination

More than half of cases occurred in the early post-vaccination period, suggesting close clinical monitoring is essential for at-risk patients.
April 30, 2024

Meta-analysis Demonstrates Effective, Safe Treatment for Uveitic Macular Edema

The noninfectious form was helped by periocular and intraocular corticosteroids. Newer delivery methods have less evidence supporting their use due to the recency of their introduction.
April 24, 2024

Syphilitic Uveitis on the Rise, Study Says

Though rates are low epidemiologically at 1.5 cases per one million people, the condition disproportionately affects men, African American individuals and those in the lowest income category.
November 30, 2023

Uveitis Patients without COVID-19 Vaccine at Risk of Infection Following Steroid Use

Greater rates of hospitalization and death were found in these individuals with the noninfectious form.
October 16, 2023

Study Says Corticosteroids Not Linked to Cataracts in Severe Anterior Uveitis

In cases with grade 1+ cells, any dose can be used without increasing risk already present from the inflammation itself.
July 7, 2023

Retinal Vessel Diameters Correlate to Uveitis Activity

Dilation increased in inflamed eyes but regressed when the disease became inactive.
March 9, 2023