Rethinking Uveitis

Uveitis, a significant cause of preventable blindness, presents unique challenges for diagnosis and management influenced by geography and patient demographics. Data from a recent JAMA review suggest that in high-income nations, infectious causes are less common than in lower-income regions where conditions like tuberculosis are prevalent. Diagnosis can be enhanced through understanding demographic trends, particularly age and gender. Treatment has evolved from reliance on corticosteroids to targeted therapies, including systemic immunosuppressants and biologic agents, improving patient outcomes. Timely referral to ophthalmology is crucial to prevent serious complications.

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