Iritis

Certain nutrients such as Fish Oil, MSM eyedrops, Serraflazyme and vitamins and minerals may help clear up Iritis and preserve vision.

Iritis is an inflammation of the iris and also sometimes the ciliary body, which is located behind the iris. In iritis, small white blood cells from the inflamed area and excess protein that leaked from the small blood vessels inside the eye float into the aqueous fluid between the iris and the cornea.

• Redness
• Throbbing pain
• Light Sensitivity
• Tearing
• The pupil may become smaller in the affected eye

The cause of iritis is not known. Even when the disorder is treated early, it often recurs. In most cases, however, it eventually disappears.

Since the cause of iritis is not known, a very careful medical history needs to be taken. Your doctor may recommend chest X-rays, blood tests, stool evaluation, skin tests or even a spinal tap.

The first line of treatment is usually steroid and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory eyedrops. If the inflammation persists or comes back, your doctor may also inject steroids around your eye or prescribe additional oral steroids, antibiotics, antifungals, or antivirals.

A case of itiris usually lasts six to eight weeks. Make sure your eye doctor monitors your progress carefully. The effects of the medication can be cataracts, glaucoma, corneal changes and possibly more inflammation.

Self Help:

Since we consider most eye conditions to be a reflection of the health of the whole body, lifestyle choices and diet can play a major factor in getting and maintaining good vision. Below are some recommendations: