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.
11/14/2024
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.
11/13/2024
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.
10/30/2024
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.
09/24/2024
Understanding Uveitis: Causes and Clinical Clues
We dive into common and uncommon etiologies for this condition and give advice on how to come up with a proper differential diagnosis for each patient.
06/15/2024
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.
04/30/2024
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.
04/24/2024
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.
11/30/2023
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.
10/16/2023
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.
07/07/2023
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