Uveitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is uveitis?
A
Uveitis is inflammation of the uvea. The specific name is based on the location within the affected eye (Anterior uveitis, iritis, intermediate uveitis, pars planitis, posterior uveitis, choroiditis, and/or retinitis)
2
Q
Can uveitis present with a hypopyon (accumulation of pus in the anterior chamber)?
A
Yes, uveitis can present with a hypopyon.
3
Q
Other than hypopyon, what other symtpoms may be present in uveitis?
A
Uveitis may also present with conjunctival redness.
4
Q
What disorders is uveitis associated with?
A
Systemic Inflammatory disorders:
- sarcoidosis
- rheumatoid arthritis
- juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- HLA-B27 associated conditions
