Multiple choice

Uveitis is inflammation of the uvea, the middle layer of the eye between the retina and the sclera (white of the eye), and can lead to vision loss. Which one of the following is not associated with uveitis?

  1. Pauci-articular arthritis in children

  2. Sarcoidosis

  3. Ankylosing spondylitis

  4. Graves’ disease

  5. Ulcerative colitis
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Graves' disease is an immune system disorder that results in the overproduction of thyroid hormones (hyperthyroidism). Ophthalmopathy due to thyrotoxicosis does not involve the uveal tract.

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