Iritis is inflammation of the iris and is a form of anterior uveitis. It may occur as a single episode or recur.
Typical symptoms include eye pain, redness, light sensitivity and blurred vision.
Treatment depends on the cause and severity and may include prescription anti-inflammatory and pupil-dilating eye drops. Follow-up is important because untreated inflammation can lead to complications.
Some eye diseases begin without obvious symptoms. Learn why regular examinations matter and what factors determine the appropriate follow-up interval.
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Red eye can result from dryness or inflammation but can also signal urgent eye disease. Associated symptoms help determine when examination is needed.
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Common causes of conjunctivitis, including redness, itching and discharge, and why identifying the cause is important before choosing treatment.
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