Diagnostic difficulties in a very rare case of mycoplasma pneumoniae uveitis

Abstract

Introduction: Mycoplasma pneumoniae is known as a common cause of respiratory tract infections, especially in children. Regarding extrapulmonary manifestations, many dysfunctions have been linked to circulating IgM antibodies, including eye diseases and disorders. In this report, we aim to highlight the importance of considering Mycoplasma pneumoniae a potential etiological agent that can cause significant eye structures inflammation.

Keywords

• retinitis
• uveitis
• vitritis
• mycoplasma pneumoniae