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What does iritis mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word iritis? Here's what it means.

Noun
  1. (pathology) An inflammation of the iris.
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People who have corneal damage or iritis should be referred for specialist diagnosis and management at a centre properly equipped for eye care.
The most common cause of iritis is juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
Hepatitis, iritis, lymphadenopathy, and renal abnormalities also can be seen.
Patients with inflammatory eye diseases are at risk for ocular vaccinial diseases, including blepharitis, iritis, and keratitis.
This inflammation, called iridocyclitis or iritis or uveitis, can be detected early by an ophthalmologist.
Although iritis is a serious condition that can lead to other eye diseases, it can be treated with steroids if caught early.

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