Dr. Aditi Dubey
Ophthalmology (Eye Care)
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Hello doctor,
I am a male approaching 40 years old. I have some questions about vaccines and their potential connection to eye conditions like uveitis. I came across information about this in a paper. I am wondering if I should be concerned about getting vaccinated, particularly considering the possibility of a connection to eye issues in my family. My father had glaucoma in his later years, and one of my aunts had a retinal detachment. I want to ask the following questions:
How common is uveitis, and what symptoms should I be alert, if I decide to get vaccinated?
Are there specific vaccines that might pose more risk to eye health?
Could you explain how these vaccines might impact someone's eyes?
Also, are there any precautions or important details I should know about, especially since I have had eye problems before?
I am just trying to understand the balance between vaccines and eye health. Kindly help
Thank you.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I can understand your concern.
There has not been a direct association between vaccination and eye-related issues documented in the literature. However, there is a very rare instance noted during COVID-19 vaccination where vaccination might pose a risk of thromboembolic episodes. These episodes could potentially cause blurry or diminished vision in the eye post-vaccination.
Uveitis is an immune-mediated condition not directly correlated with vaccination. However, in rare cases, it might present with painful blurring of vision and redness in the eyes. Most viral illness vaccinations can induce a milder form of a viral-like illness, which, in turn, might resemble viral conjunctivitis in the eye.
Regarding glaucoma, if there is a family history, I recommend undergoing yearly eye examinations to rule it out. Rest assured, you are taking good care.
I hope this information will help you.
Thank you.
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Ophthalmology (Eye Care)
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