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Uvea and ocular inflammation treatment (uveitis) involves reducing pain and inflammation, and preventing blindness using corticosteroids (eye drops, injections, or pills), immunosuppressants, and pupil dilators. It targets the eye's middle layer (uvea) to manage infections or autoimmune causes, sometimes requiring surgical intervention. Key Components of Treatment: Corticosteroids: The primary treatment to rapidly reduce inflammation, delivered via eye drops, injections, or oral tablets. Immunosuppressants: Used for severe, chronic, or non-infectious cases to achieve long-term remission. Pupil Dilators (Cycloplegics): Eye drops used to relax eye muscles, reducing pain. Antimicrobials: Antibiotics or antivirals are used if an underlying infection is identified. Surgical Intervention: Procedures like vitrectomy (removing vitreous gel) or implants that release medication over time (e.g., for 2-3 years).

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