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September 11, 2021

Uveitis

Overview

Uveitis is a form of eye inflammation. It affects the middle layer of tissue in the eye wall (uvea).

Uveitis (u-vee-I-tis) warning signs often come on suddenly and get worse quickly. They include eye redness, pain and blurred vision. The condition can affect one or both eyes, and it can affect people of all ages, even children.

Possible causes of uveitis are infection, injury, or an autoimmune or inflammatory disease. Many times a cause can’t be identified.

Uveitis can be serious, leading to permanent vision loss. Early diagnosis and treatment are important to prevent complications and preserve your vision.

Symptoms

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The signs, symptoms and characteristics of uveitis may include:

Eye redness
Eye pain
Light sensitivity
Blurred vision
Dark, floating spots in your field of vision (floaters)
Decreased vision

Symptoms may occur suddenly and get worse quickly, though in some cases, they develop gradually. They may affect one or both eyes. Occasionally, there are no symptoms, and signs of uveitis are observed on a routine eye exam.

The uvea is the middle layer of tissue in the wall of the eye. It consists of the iris, the ciliary body and the choroid. When you look at your eye in the mirror, you will see the white part of the eye (sclera) and the colored part of the eye (iris).

The iris is located inside the front of the eye. The ciliary body is a structure behind the iris. The choroid is a layer of blood vessels between the retina and the sclera. The retina lines the inside of the back of the eye, like wallpaper. The inside of the back of the eye is filled with a gel-like liquid called vitreous.

The type of uveitis you have depends on which part or parts of the eye are inflamed:

Anterior uveitis affects the inside of the front of your eye (between the cornea and the iris) and the ciliary body. It is also called iritis and is the most common type of uveitis.
Intermediate uveitis affects the retina and blood vessels just behind the lens (pars plana) as well as the gel in the center of the eye (vitreous).
Posterior uveitis affects a layer on the inside of the back of your eye, either the retina or the choroid.
Panuveitis occurs when all layers of the uvea are inflamed, from the front to the back of your eye.

When to seek medical advice

Contact your doctor if you think you have the warning signs of uveitis. He or she may refer you to an eye specialist (ophthalmologist). If you’re having significant eye pain and unexpected vision problems, seek immediate medical attention.

Causes

In about half of all cases, the specific cause of uveitis isn’t clear, and the disorder may be considered an autoimmune disease that only affects the eye or eyes. If a cause can be determined, it may be one of the following:

An autoimmune or inflammatory disorder that affects other parts of the body, such as sarcoidosis, ankylosing spondylitis, systemic lupus erythematosus or Crohn’s disease
An infection, such as cat-scratch disease, herpes zoster, syphilis, toxoplasmosis or tuberculosis
Medication side effect
Eye injury or surgery
Very rarely, a cancer that affects the eye, such as lymphoma

Risk factors

People with changes in certain genes may be more likely to develop uveitis. Cigarette smoking has been associated with more difficult to control uveitis.

Complications

Left untreated, uveitis can cause complications, including:

Retinal swelling (macular edema)
Retina scarring
Glaucoma
Cataracts
Optic nerve damage
Retinal detachment
Permanent vision loss

July 17, 2020

Chalazion -Eye/Optical clinic near Ojokoro

A chalazion is a small, usually painless, lump or swelling that appears on your eyelid. A blocked meibomian or oil gland causes this condition. It can develop on the upper or lower eyelid, and may disappear without treatment. Chalazia is the term for multiple chalazion.

A chalazion is sometimes confused with an internal or external stye. An internal stye is an infection of a meibomian gland. An external stye is an infection in the area of the eyelash follicle and sweat gland. Styes are usually painful and chalazia usually aren’t. Chalazia may develop after styes.

You should see your eye doctor if you think you have a chalazion, especially if it blocks your vision or if you’ve had chalazia in the past.

Causes and risk factors

The chalazion is caused by a blockage in one of the tiny meibomian glands of the upper and lower eyelids. The oil these glands produce helps to moisten the eyes.

Inflammation or viruses affecting the meibomian glands are the underlying causes of chalazia.

Chalazia are more common in people with inflammatory conditions like seborrhea, acne, rosacea, chronic blepharitis, or long-term inflammation of the eyelid. They’re also more common in people with viral conjunctivitis or an infection covering the inside of the eyes and eyelids.

Recurring or unusual chalazia may be symptoms of more serious conditions, but these are rare.

Symptoms

A chalazion usually appears as a painless lump or swelling on your upper or lower eyelid. Chalazia may affect both upper and lower lids and can occur in both eyes at the same time. Depending on the size and location of the chalazion, it may blur or block vision.

Although not as common, a chalazion may be red, swollen, and painful if an infection is present.

Diagnosis

In most cases, a doctor can diagnose this condition by taking a close look at the lump on your eyelid. Your doctor will also ask about your symptoms to determine if the lump is a chalazion, a stye, or something else.

Treatment

Some chalazia can go away without treatment. If your doctor does recommend treatment, options may include:

Home care

First, do not try to squeeze the chalazion. It’s best if you touch it as little as possible.

Instead, you should apply a warm compress to your eyelid four times per day for about 10 minutes at a time. This can reduce the swelling by softening the oils in the blocked gland. Make sure you wash your hands before you touch the area.

Your doctor may also tell you to gently massage the lump a few times per day or to scrub your eyelid. Your doctor may also prescribe eye drops or eyelid creams.

Medical treatment

If the chalazion doesn’t go away with home treatment, your doctor may recommend a corticosteroid injection or a surgical procedure. Both the injection and the surgery are effective treatments.

The choice of treatment depends on several different factors. Your doctor will explain the benefits and risks.

Preventing a chalazion

It’s not always possible to avoid getting a chalazion. This is especially true if you’re prone to this type of eye problem. But there are a few things that you can do to prevent this condition:

Always wash your hands before touching your eyes.
Make sure that anything that comes in contact with your eyes, such as contact lenses and glasses, is clean.
If you have a condition that increases your chance of developing chalazia, follow your doctor’s instructions to help control them.

If you have any eye infection or discomfort with the eyes, call or visit:

Eye update Eye clinic & opticals 01, Ajuwon junction, Ajuwon bus stop, beside BPNL filling station, Akute/Ajuwon road, off Elliot bus stop, Iju-Ishagah Near Ojokoro. Tel: 0803497158, 08107531046

July 11, 2020

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Sex and the eyes: Pubic Lice and the Eyes

Pubic lice, commonly known as “crabs,” are a six-legged parasite most often found in the pubic hair. They’re a different species than the lice usually found on top of the head. However, pubic lice can show up on any hairy part of the body, including the eyebrows and eyelashes. The parasite attaches to the hair and then injects its saliva into the skin. This causes long-term itching and burning sensations in the skin.

Lice infestations are treatable and lice do not transmit any other diseases.

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If you have any eye infection or discomfort with the eyes, call or visit:

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July 11, 2020

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Sex and the eyes: HIV/AIDS and the Eyes

The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) can cause hemorrhages and strokes in the retina. Having HIV or AIDS can also open the door for a more serious retinal infection from a virus called cytomegalovirus (CMV). CMV infection can lead to retinal detachment and blindness. AIDS can also cause a cancer called Kaposi’s sarcoma that can appear on the eyelids or conjunctiva. HIV infection can also make it easier for a person to get serious infections from other STDs.

Condoms and safer sex can reduce your risk of contracting HIV. Once a person has HIV or AIDS it can affect their eyes by traveling through the blood and body tissue.

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July 10, 2020

Contact Lens Related Eye Infections

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Contact Lens-Related Eye Infections

Written By: Kierstan Boyd

Reviewed By: Odalys Mendoza MD

Jun. 23, 2020

Millions of people wear contact lenses safely every day. But there is a risk of getting an eye infection from them.

Keratitis is the most common eye infection from wearing contact lenses. It is when the cornea—the clear, dome-shaped window of the eye — becomes infected. In some cases, it can scar the cornea, affecting your vision. If the cornea is severely scarred, a corneal transplant may be needed to eliminate damage from the eye infection and have clear vision again.

What Causes Contact Lens Infections?

There are a number of things that can cause a contact lens-related infection. Some causes of infection may include:

using extended-wear lenses
sleeping in your contact lenses
having microbes build up under the lens
herpes virus
bacteria, fungi, or parasites
not keeping lenses or cases clean, or reusing or topping off contact lens solution

Contact Lens Infection Symptoms

Symptoms of contact lens–related infections include:

blurry vision
unusual redness of the eye
pain in the eye
tearing or discharge from the eye
being extra sensitive to light
feeling like there is something in your eye

Some contact lens-related eye infections can cause serious vision loss or even blindness. If you have any of these symptoms, it is important to see your eye doctor as soon as possible.

Six Steps to Avoid Contact Lens Infections

1. Rub

Contacts

Rub lenses when cleaning them. Wash your hands before cleaning your contacts. Place the lens in your clean palm with fresh, store-bought solution. Rubbing the lens as you clean it loosens the protein and bacteria that builds up. Even if your solution says “No Rub,” you should do it anyway. Studies have proven that rubbing the lenses is one of the best ways to avoid eye infections.

2. Rinse

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Rinse lenses in store-bought solution. Always rinse and store your contact lenses in store-bought solution. Homemade saline contains dangerous germs that can blind you.

3. Replace

Contact lens case

Replace your contact lens case with a new one at least three times per year.

4. Rest

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From time to time, give your eyes a break from your contact lenses. Also, never sleep in your contact lenses. That makes it much more likely for you to get an eye infection.

5. Renew

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Get new lenses when recommended. Don’t try to extend the life of your contacts by wearing them too long. Only keep lenses as long as your prescriber recommends. For example, one-month contact lenses should only be used for 30 days after opening the package.

6. Reserve

early protection

Make and keep an appointment with your eye doctor to keep your eyes healthy. An eye doctor is committed to protecting your sight

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July 10, 2020

Veneral warts and the eyes

Sex and the Eyes: Venereal Warts and the Eyes

Venereal warts (condylomata acuminata) are a viral infection that’s passed on by direct contact with wart tissue. The warts can show up on the eyelids, mouth, or genital or anal mucous membranes. In the eye, venereal warts can cause skin-colored bumps and long-term irritation of the surface of the eye.

The virus that causes venereal warts is one of several variants of human papilloma virus (HPV). Venereal warts can affect the eyes after direct contact between the eyes and warts, or by touching the eyes after touching the warts. Safer sex and good hand washing can reduce the risk.

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July 9, 2020

Gonorrhea and the eyes

Sex and the Eyes: Gonorrhea and the Eyes

Gonorrhea can infect the genitals, anus, throat and eyes. It is usually spread by partners with few or no symptoms. Gonorrhea can be treated with medication, but in recent years some strains have become resistant to the medications used most often.

When gonorrhea infects the eyes, it can cause a form of pink eye with a large amount of pus discharged from the eyes. Gonorrhea can be passed from a mother to her child during child birth.

A person gets gonorrhea in the eyes through direct contact with body fluids during or after sex, by touching their eyes during or after sex, or during child birth.Condoms and safer sex can prevent most gonorrhea infections.

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July 7, 2020

Syphilis and the eyes

Sex and the Eyes: Syphilis and the Eyes

Syphilis is an STD that usually causes sores and rashes. It can have much more serious—even deadly—effects on the body if not treated. Thankfully, syphilis can be cured with antibiotics in the early stages. However, damage that’s done to the body before treatment often can’t be reversed.

When syphilis affects the eyes, it can cause inflammation of the conjunctiva, cornea, uvea (inner coat of the eye), episclera (outer coat of the eye), optic nerve and retina. Any of these can cause serious, long-lasting problems for your vision, like blurriness, pain and dryness.

Syphilis affects the whole body once you are infected. You don’t have to get anything in your eye—syphilis will travel through your bloodstream. When condoms are used correctly, they can often protect against syphilis. However, any syphilis sores that are not covered by the condom will still be contagious.

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July 7, 2020

Herpes and the eyes

Sex and the Eyes: Herpes and thr Eyes:

There are two types of the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Type I causes cold sores or fever blisters. Nearly 90 percent of the U.S. population has been exposed to Type I herpes at some point in their life. Type II HSV causes genital herpes.

Either type of herpes can show up anywhere on the body. And either type can cause a serious infection in the eye—or blind you. A herpes infection in the eye can permanently scar the cornea or nasolacrimal (tear) duct. HSV is also known to cause inflammation of the retina which can lead to scarring, retinal detachments and blindness.

Both types of the herpes virus are passed on by skin-to-skin contact. Herpes gets into the eye either through direct facial contact with a herpes sore, or when you touch your eyes after touching a sore. Protect yourself by using condoms and dental dams and washing your hands thoroughly. If your partner is having an active outbreak, do not touch the sores.

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