H20.1: Chronic iridocyclitis
The colored iris is located in the center of the eye. There is a black opening in the center of the iris. This is the pupil. The iris also controls how big the pupil is. The ciliary body is behind the iris. The ciliary body contains muscles that hold the lens of the eye in place. These muscles can alter the lens of the eye so that we can see clearly. The ciliary body also produces the fluid for the inner eye.
An inflammation in this area can affect the iris itself or the part behind it. The inflammation around your iris has been there for a long time.
An inflammation of the area around the iris usually results in the eye being sore. The eye can also become red. You may also find that your vision can be worse than usual or that bright light is unpleasant. The eye may also water more than it normally does.
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