MANAGEMENT
The goals of uveitis management are: to control the active episode of inflammation, prevent future recurrences, prevent complications and preserve vision. Furthermore, if uveitis is associated with a systemic autoimmune disease, attempts are made to control the inflammatory response of the immune system. All this is done primarily through:
TREATMENT
Your doctor will try to control the inflammation using the most appropriate treatment, depending on your case. Finding the most effective treatment can sometimes take time, especially if the uveitis is recurring or chronic.
FREQUENT EVALUATIONS
Your doctor will make sure to monitor the health of your eyes regularly. This helps avoid the appearance of ocular complications. They could even refer you to another specialist if necessary.
Recurrent or chronic uveitis requires rigorous management. Responsibility for the management of uveitis rests on both physicians and patients. For this reason, it is vitally important that patients acquire appropriate tools for self-management of their disease, according to the needs of their case.