Reactive Arthritis: Infectious Symptoms To Be Aware Of

Sensitivity To Light

Reactive arthritis can lead to light sensitivity when it involves the eyes. Though not everyone experiences eye involvement, it is possible that the inflammation will cause issues with a patient's eyes. This is most commonly experienced, as mentioned, like conjunctivitis, an inflammation of the eyelids. If the inflammation causes uveitis, patients may experience symptoms including light sensitivity, blurry vision, redness, and pain. This condition involves an inflammation of the eye's vascular layer, otherwise known as the uvea. This tissue is located between the sclera and retina. In addition to reactive arthritis, uveitis can be caused by arthritis-like Behcet's disease, juvenile arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis.