Definition:
Iridocyclitis is a medical condition characterized by inflammation in the middle layer or the whole interior of the eye. This is also referred to as a type of anterior uveitis, which is inflammation of the uvea of the eyes. Commonly it is described as inflammation of the iris and the ciliary body of the eye.
Treatment:
Tropane alkaloids are often prescribed for the purpose of immobilizing the iris and to alleviate the pain; however if the main intention is to reduce the inflammation, topical steroids like dexamethasone and prednisolone are recommended by doctors. For very severe cases, administering a subconjunctival steroid injection is highly necessary.
Symptoms and Signs:
Primary symptoms of iridocyclitis include: excessive sensitivity to light or fear of well-lit places; referred to as photophobia, white part of the eye appears red in color, watery eyes or lacrimation, blurred vision, pupil constriction, and Synechia; a medical condition wherein the iris sticks on either the cornea or lens of the eye.
Causes:
Iridocyclitis usually occurs when the eye is subjected to direct chemical exposure, predominantly with agents triggering lacrimation. Some ocular viral infection like herpes zoster is a causative factor for Iridocyclitis; yet, there are still other medical conditions that can cause Iridocyclitis.
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