Ophthalmology

Uveitis Treatment at Eye Clinic DRHC Dubai

What is Uveitis:

Uveitis is inflammation inside the eye. Often the exact cause of uveitis is hard to determine. It can either be caused by infection, like bacteria or virus, as your body attacks the intruder leaving your eyes red, congested, and painful to a degree that may damage your vision.

Or it may be noninfectious which is not caused by virus or bacteria, but instead, the body's immune system attacks its normal tissue resulting in severe inflammation.

Early diagnosis and treatment are important to prevent complications and preserve your vision. Through close monitoring and proper treatment, uveitis can improve over time if diagnosed before irreversible visual damage or even disappear.

When Should You Visit a Doctor:

Once you get congested red eye, because it may be a serious condition like uveitis not only dryness or allergy.

A specialized eye care provider can design tailored treatment plans based on the type and severity of uveitis, the patient's medical history, and other relevant factors. This ensures that the patient receives the most effective treatment for Uveitis.

Prevention or Delay of Diabetic Eye Disease:

  • Get a dilated eye exam at least once a year so your eye doctor can spot any problems early when they’re most treatable.
  • Keep your blood sugar levels in your target range as much as possible.
  • Keep your blood pressure and cholesterol levels in your target range to lower your risk for eye diseases and vision loss
  • Quit smoking: Quitting lowers your risk for diabetes-related eye diseases and improves your health in many other ways too.
  • Get active: Physical activity protects your eyes and helps you manage diabetes.

Am I in Great Danger:

well, once the doctor examines you and makes sure of the diagnosis, she will ask for complete work including many laboratory tests as

Always remember it is better to be safe by regular eye checkups than sorry and that routine comprehensive eye exam is important for healthy eyes and clear vision.

Treatment of Uveitis:

  • The goal of Treatment in uveitis is to control inflammation in order to prevent vision loss while also limiting the side effects of therapy.
  • Usually, Steroid eyedrops are the first treatment for uveitis that affects the front of the eye and is not caused by infection. Depending on your symptoms, the recommended dose can change. You may have temporary blurred vision after using the drops.
  • Humira also became the first and only FDA-approved non-steroid treatment for noninfectious uveitis in June 2016. Because it does not have the side effects of steroids, it has been used to safely controls the inflammation associated with uveitis.
  • Antibiotics, antivirals, or antifungals: These medications treat uveitis caused by an infection.

Why Choose DRHC Dubai?

At DRHC Dubai, we offer comprehensive care for uveitis with personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs. Our experienced ophthalmologists collaborate with other specialists to address systemic conditions and ensure the best possible outcome for your eye health. If you’re experiencing symptoms of uveitis, early intervention is key.

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