What is Iritis?
Iritis is inflammation inside the eye involving the iris and occasionally, some other surrounding structures. What Causes Iritis? Although there are many possible causes, most of the times the exact reason cannot be identified. However, iritis may less commonly be associated with autoimmune diseases, arthritic conditions, and infections. What are the Symptoms? Iritis presents as a sudden onset of a red, blurry, painful eye. A common symptom is a dull aching pain made worse when looking at bright lights. Since the iris controls the pupil (the hole through which light enters the eye), the eye can be particularly light sensitive. The pupil may appear smaller in the affected eye when compared to the normal pupil. You vision can become blurred, and you may see spots floating in your vision. Iritis can affect one or both eyes. There is usually no discharge, though the eye may sometimes water. If untreated, it can worsen and lead to other eye diseases, such as glaucoma, cataracts, or loss of
