Fuch's Heterochromatic Iridocyclitis

Posted by Jamie Buckley on August 01, 1999 at 21:20:10
I have been diagnosed with Fuch's Heterochromatic Iridocyclitis (I am not sure of the spelling).  How can I get information about this seemingly very rare disease?
Specifically, I am starting to experience tremendously excrutiating migrane (migraine) headaches and I wonder if there is a coorelation.

Posted by hfhs md ke on August 01, 1999 at 21:54:45
fuch's heterochromic iridocyclitis is a relatively rare eye disorder characterized by different colored irides ( iris ) , low grade inflammation in the front of the eye, and a propensity toward developing glaucoma and cataracts. the cause is currently unknown , though recent studies indicate the herpes virus may be involved. most patients tend to do well with good care. i doubt the migraines are related.  a good place to start would be the american academy of ophthalmology's website ( www.eyenet.org ) If you are interested we would love to see you here at Henry Ford Eye Care Services.  Simply call 1-800-363-7575 for an appointment.