Retinitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is retinitis?
A
Retinitis is retinal edema and necrosis leading to scarring.
2
Q
What causes retinitis?
A
Retinitis is often caused by a virus, particularly CMV, HSV, and VZV. It can also be bacterial and parasitic.
3
Q
What is retinitis commonly associated with?
A
Immunosuppression