Bilateral granulomatous panuveitis is seen in? – Ophthalmology MCQ

Bilateral granulomatous panuveitis is seen in?
A. Heerfordt’s syndrome
B. Reiter’s syndrome
C. Behcet’s disease
D. Toxoplasmosis

Correct answer : A. Heerfordt’s syndrome

Anterior uveitisAnterior uveitis

  • Bilateral granulomatous panuveitis is seen in Heerfordt’s syndrome (Uveoparotid fever).
  • It is also associated with painful enlargement of parotid glands.
  • Cranial nerve palsy, fever, malaise and skin rashes are also seen.

Ref: Comprehensive Ophthalmology, A. K. Khurana, 4th edition, p156, 157.
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