About Us | Privacy | Site Map
May 25, 2013
Font Size
A
A
A

Iritis (cont.)

Medical Author:
Medical Editor:

When to Seek Medical Care

Contact your ophthalmologist (a medical doctor who specializes in eye care and surgery) if any of the following signs or symptoms are present:

  • significant eye pain, including pain associated with bright light,


  • blurred vision, or


  • redness in the eye, especially around the iris.

If you cannot reach your ophthalmologist, then seek medical attention at a hospital's emergency department.

Must Read Articles Related to Iritis

Eye Injuries
Eye Injuries Eye injuries range from the very minor, such as getting soap in the eye, to the catastrophic, resulting in permanent loss of vision. Treatment of eye injuries d...learn more >>
Eye Pain
Eye Pain Eye pain has many causes, signs, symptoms, and treatments. It's also described as pain behind the eye, eye socket pain, or shooting pain in the eye. Headaches a...learn more >>

Viewer Comments & Reviews

Iritis - Symptoms

The eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:

What were the symptoms of you iritis?

WebMD Daily

Get breaking medical news.

Please acknowledge your agreement




Read What Your Physician is Reading on Medscape

Iritis and Uveitis »

Uveitis is defined as inflammation of one or all parts of the uveal tract.

Read More on Medscape Reference »


Medical Dictionary


Use Pill Finder Find it Now

Pill Identifier on RxList

  • quick, easy,
    pill identification

Find a Local Pharmacy

  • including 24 hour, pharmacies