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Symptoms
By Mayo Clinic staffSigns and symptoms of iritis may include:
- Eye redness, often seen as a blush pink color in the white of your eye (sclera) around the iris
- Discomfort or achiness in the affected eye
- Sensitivity to light (photophobia)
- Blurred vision
- Floating spots in the vision (eye floaters)
Iritis usually isn't associated with eye discharge or increased tearing.
When symptoms of iritis develop suddenly, over a period of a few hours or days, this is referred to as acute iritis. Symptoms that develop gradually, or last longer than six weeks, indicate chronic iritis.
When to see a doctor
See a doctor as soon as possible if you have symptoms of iritis. Prompt treatment helps prevent any serious complications of the condition. Your doctor may refer you to an eye specialist (ophthalmologist). If you're experiencing eye pain and vision problems, along with other signs and symptoms, you may need urgent medical care.
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