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Uveitis

Uveitis is inflammation inside the eye. It can come on quickly, causing pain, redness and blurred vision — and because it can threaten sight if left untreated, it needs prompt specialist care. It's an area of particular expertise for Dr Leong.

What it is

The uvea is the middle layer of the eye. When it becomes inflamed — that's uveitis — the eye can turn red, painful and sensitive to light, and vision can blur.

Uveitis can be a one-off or keep coming back, and it's sometimes linked to inflammation elsewhere in the body. Getting the diagnosis and cause right matters, because treatment needs to be tailored to you.

What you might notice

  • A red, painful eye
  • Sensitivity to light
  • Blurred vision
  • Floaters or spots in your vision
  • A small or oddly shaped pupil

Recognise these? Book a consultation and we'll help you get to the bottom of it.

When to seek help urgently

A red, painful eye with light sensitivity and blurred vision should be assessed promptly — uveitis can affect sight if it isn't treated, and early treatment settles it faster.

What causes it

Often no specific cause is found. In other cases it's linked to an autoimmune or inflammatory condition, an infection, or an eye injury.

Part of managing uveitis is looking for any underlying cause so it can be treated properly.

How we help

Dr Leong assesses and manages uveitis and other inflammatory eye conditions, using detailed examination and imaging to guide treatment — usually drops to settle the inflammation, alongside investigation of any underlying cause.

Because uveitis can recur, ongoing specialist follow-up helps keep it under control.

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Common questions

Is uveitis serious?
It can be, which is why it shouldn't be ignored — untreated inflammation inside the eye can affect vision. The good news is that, treated promptly, most cases settle well.
Will uveitis come back?
Sometimes it's a one-off, but it can recur — so we look for any underlying cause and keep an eye on things with follow-up, so any flare-up can be treated quickly.
What causes uveitis?
Often no specific cause is found. In other cases it's linked to an autoimmune or inflammatory condition, an infection, or an eye injury — so part of managing it is looking for any underlying cause that needs treating too.
How is uveitis treated?
Usually with drops to settle the inflammation, alongside investigation of any underlying cause. Because it can recur, ongoing specialist follow-up helps keep it under control and catch any flare early.

This page is general information, not medical advice, and doesn't replace a consultation. For anything specific to your own eyes, call us for advice or to book an appointment with Dr Leong on 04 470 7663.

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