What’s Fuchs heterochromic iridocyclitis?

Fuchs heterochromic iridocyclitis is a chronic eye condition that causes inflammation in the uvea. Diagnosis is based on observation and examination, and three predispositions, including heterochromia, glaucoma or cataracts, and posterior vitreous detachment, can increase the likelihood of developing the condition. Treatment includes topical corticosteroids and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and surgical treatment is usually not […]

What’s Fuchs’ dystrophy?

Fuchs endothelial dystrophy is a genetic disease that affects the cornea and can cause vision problems in patients in their 50s or 60s. Symptoms include blurry vision and painful blisters. Treatment methods only relieve symptoms, and the only cure is corneal transplantation. Fuchs endothelial dystrophy is a degenerative disease of the cornea, the front part […]

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