RETHINIT

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z

Retinitis is an inflammatory disease of the retina. Often in connection with the involvement of the eye in the process and the choroidal membrane proper (the choroid) it proceeds in the form of chorioretinitis. The appearance of retinitis is often associated with a hematogenous drift into the retina from the ectopic foci of streptococci, staphylococci, pneumococci and other microorganisms, as well as their toxins, which can be observed in chronic heart, kidney, liver, brain and other organs. In some cases, retinitis has a viral etiology (for example, with influenza, herpes infection). Often, retinitis occurs with tuberculosis, toxoplasmosis, syphilis, etc. Sometimes the development of retinitis is caused by exposure to ionizing radiation, as well as traumas of the eye with injuries to the retina. Retinitis is traditionally attributed to retinal damage caused by prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.

Clinically observed in the first place, reduced visual acuity. Often, patients complain of distorted visual perception of objects, as well as abnormal light sensations in the eyes in the form of light, lightning, sparks, etc.

Ophthalmic examination and complex treatment is carried out mainly in the hospital. Anti-inflammatory therapy is indicated, which includes the use of antibiotics (topically, orally or parenterally). When establishing the viral nature of retinitis, antiviral agents are prescribed. Locally used corticosteroids, use antispasmodics and vasodilators, as well as drugs that increase retinal metabolism (vitamins D, E, group B, solcoseryl, etc.).