Anterior Uveitis
This type of uveitis occurs in the front of the eye and affects the iris. It is the most common type of uveitis, making up a third of all cases, and usually only occurs in one eye.
Unfortunately, anyone, even healthy individuals, can be affected by anterior uveitis. There are links to some other diseases such as rheumatologic and other infectious diseases as these can cause inflammation in parts of the body, which may also affect the eyes.
Intermediate Uveitis
Intermediate uveitis affects the ciliary body and is commonly seen in younger patients, usually in the 18-35-year-old age range.
Posterior Uveitis
This condition may occur in both the retina and the choroid coat of the eye, though the bulk of the inflammation occurs in the back of the eye. This is one of the more damaging types as posterior uveitis is usually long-lasting and recurring, causing long-term damage and even blindness if not treated in time.
Panuveitis
While not technically a type of uveitis, panuveitis is the term for when at least two, or all of the three parts of the uvea are affected.
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