Uveitis is a condition resulting from the inflammation of the blood vessels of the eye. It can be associated with conditions like autoimmune diseases, systemic infections, vascular disease or in some cases may be idiopathic (no discernible cause). Symptoms include pain, redness, sensitivity to light and diminution of vision. The treatment of uveitis requires a holistic approach which combines ocular examination, systemic evaluation and referral to specialities like rheumatology/immunology. Diagnosis requires a high index of suspicion, by those trained in this speciality. The treatment of the eye is usually concurrent with management of the systemic pathology and this ensures complete remission/cure.