Endophthalmitis

Before going into detail, it is worth knowing that endophthalmitis is a visual emergency that requires immediate care from the ophthalmologist. It is a severe inflammation of the interior of the eye, generally of infectious origin, that can threaten vision if not treated in time.

Common symptoms: Eye pain, marked redness, blurred or diminished vision, and sometimes discharge.

Common causes: It usually arises after eye surgery, injuries that penetrate the eye, or, less frequently, from the spread of an infection from another part of the body.

Which specialist treats it? Endophthalmitis is treated by the ophthalmologist, ideally as promptly as possible. If you have any pain or sudden vision loss after eye surgery or injury, the most sensible thing is to seek specialized evaluation immediately.