SYNDROMES ASSOCIATED WITH UVEITIS

 Uveitis is a group of inflammatory conditions that affect the uveal tract, which includes the iris, ciliary body, and choroid of the eye. The exact cause of uveitis is often unknown, but it can be associated with various underlying medical conditions and syndromes. In this article, we will discuss some of the syndromes that are associated with uveitis.

Ankylosing Spondylitis-Associated Uveitis

Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the spine and sacroiliac joints. Uveitis is a common complication of AS, affecting up to 10% of patients with the condition. The uveitis associated with AS is typically bilateral and chronic, and can cause inflammation in the anterior chamber, posterior chamber, and vitreous.

Behçet's Disease-Associated Uveitis

Behçet's disease is a rare chronic inflammatory condition that affects the blood vessels. Uveitis is a common complication of Behçet's disease, affecting up to 30% of patients with the condition. The uveitis associated with Behçet's disease is typically bilateral, recurrent, and can cause inflammation in the anterior chamber, posterior chamber, and vitreous.

Inflammatory Bowel Disease-Associated Uveitis

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a group of chronic inflammatory conditions that affect the digestive tract. Uveitis is a rare complication of IBD, affecting up to 2% of patients with the condition. The uveitis associated with IBD is typically bilateral and recurrent, and can cause inflammation in the anterior chamber, posterior chamber, and vitreous.

Reiter's Syndrome-Associated Uveitis

Reiter's syndrome is a rare chronic inflammatory condition that affects the joints, eyes, and urinary tract. Uveitis is a common complication of Reiter's syndrome, affecting up to 50% of patients with the condition. The uveitis associated with Reiter's syndrome is typically unilateral and recurrent, and can cause inflammation in the anterior chamber, posterior chamber, and vitreous.

Psoriatic Arthritis-Associated Uveitis

Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a chronic inflammatory condition that affects the joints and skin in people with psoriasis. Uveitis is a rare complication of PsA, affecting up to 2% of patients with the condition. The uveitis associated with PsA is typically bilateral and recurrent, and can cause inflammation in the anterior chamber, posterior chamber, and vitreous.

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