Introduction
Birdshot Uveitis is a rare form of bilateral posterior uveitis (inflammation of the uvea) affecting both eyes.
Symptoms
Birdshot uveitis may manifest from mild symptoms to a significant decline in vision, the appearance of small specks in one’s line of sight), night blindness, and other vision problems.
Causes
The cause of birdshot uveitis is currently unknown, it is believed to be an autoimmune disease. Symptoms typically begin around middle age; it seems that people of European descent could be affected more than other ethnicities.
Prevalence
2-5:10’000
Additional Information
Innovative treatment for inflammatory eye condition recommended for use on the NHS
Links
Support provided by Birdshot Uveitis Society – https://birdshot.org.uk