Uveitis is an autoimmune disease that causes a part of the eye to become inflamed. The immune system attacks the eyes and causes damage that can lead to vision problems. Uveitis can be caused by infections or by autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis or psoriasis. There are different types of uveitis that are based on the part of the eye that is affected:
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Symptoms of uveitis can start suddenly start and stop. These symptoms may include:
More than 100,000 people in the United States have uveitis. Anyone can have uveitis. But some people have a higher risk of having it.
Researchers believe that if a family member has uveitis, you are more likely to have the disease. Many people with no family history of uveitis still develop the disease.
Your environment or lifestyle could also increase your risk.
Smoking, vitamin D deficiency, and certain infections can increase your chance of developing of uveitis.
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