Uveitis

An eye infection or injury can progress into an inflammatory condition known as uveitis. Nix Eye Care and Surgery provides customized care for adults and children with uveitis that stems from injury or illness. Thomas Nix, MD, has extensive experience in evaluating and managing uveitis and its complications. Dr. Nix uses the most advanced medications and therapies to ease pain and other uveitis symptoms while protecting your eye health. Call the Jonesboro, Arkansas, office today to schedule a diagnostic evaluation of uveitis symptoms or book an appointment online. 

What is uveitis?

Uveitis describes inflammation in the uvea, the middle layer of the eye. Persistent inflammation is often triggered by infection, eye injuries, or underlying autoimmune disease.

Due to the structure of your eye, any swelling can cause changes in its shape. Without prompt treatment, uveitis can lead to serious complications, including cataracts, glaucoma, retinal detachment, and permanent vision loss.

Nix Eye Care and Surgery provides comprehensive care for uveitis in adults and children, including in-office diagnostic evaluations and customized treatment plans.

Dr. Nix customizes a care plan to ease symptoms. He also offers ongoing services to manage uveitis and protect your long-term eyesight.

What are the symptoms of uveitis?

Symptoms of uveitis depend on the area of your eye that’s swollen. While inflammation can affect any part of your eye, the three most common areas include the anterior, intermediate, and posterior.

Typically, anterior swelling can lead to symptoms like:

• Red eyes and irritation
• Blurry vision
• Eye pain
• Increased light sensitivity
• Irregular pupil shape

Intermediate and posterior uveitis may not cause physical changes in the eye, but you may notice vision changes such as an increase in floaters, missing areas of vision, or a decrease in vision.

If you have any of these symptoms, schedule a diagnostic evaluation at Nix Eye Care and Surgery without delay. Dr. Nix completes an eye exam and visual acuity tests to diagnose or rule out uveitis.

How is uveitis treated?

Your treatment plan for uveitis depends on its root cause and the severity of your symptoms.

Dr. Nix creates a treatment plan to ease uveitis symptoms. He may prescribe medications to reduce inflammation and control pain. You may also need antibiotics to clear an infection or other medications to address autoimmune disorders.

With an early diagnosis and treatment, you can significantly reduce your risk for permanent vision loss and other complications. 

Dr. Nix continues to monitor your progress with treatment and offers resources to protect your long-term eye health. He can also recommend strategies you or your child can use to prevent eye injuries when participating in sports or other activities. 

Call Nix Eye Care and Surgery today to schedule a diagnostic evaluation of uveitis symptoms or book an appointment online.