Chorditis is an inflammation of the part of an eyeball, uvea. Uvea contains retina , Ciliary body , and the choroids . Inflammation of choroids and retinal layer occurs in chorditis. It leads to vision problems. Usually only one eye is affected in this condition.
Chorditis often affects both the eyes and in rare cases, it occurs suddenly. The common symptoms of chorditis are:
With the help of the history, symptoms, surgeries, illness, injuries, occupation, habits, medications, and allergies the diagnosis is carried out.
Medical exams used for diagnosis:
Treatment depends on the severity and location of the detachment occurred due to chorditis. Till surgical reattachment, complete bed rest and restriction of eye movements is experienced by a patient. While performing the treatment, underlying cause is treated at first stage. If you have a discomfort, compress your eye with a warm towel. It will help to relieve your condition. If you have severe pain, painkillers are prescribed. If you have an infection, it is necessary to treat it at first instance. Your eye can be protected from the harmful UV rays by using sunglasses. Eye drops like Isopto opthalmic solution are used to resolve the symptoms. Without treating infection, steroids are not given.
