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Flare cells are inflammatory cells and protein particles seen inside the eye's anterior chamber during an exam. They appear when the blood?aqueous barrier becomes leaky due to irritation or inflammation. Doctors grade flare and cells to track severity. Higher levels signal stronger inflammation. This finding helps guide treatment decisions.
read more about flare cells ...Flare cells appear when inflammation disrupts the normal fluid barrier inside the eye. Conditions like uveitis are common triggers. Injury, infection, or post-surgical irritation may also raise cell levels. The amount of flare often reflects the activity of the underlying condition.
People may notice the following.
A slit lamp exam allows doctors to see cells moving in the anterior chamber. They grade the findings based on number and intensity. Additional tests check for infection, systemic disease, or structural problems. History helps identify recent injury or triggers.
Treatment focuses on calming inflammation with prescribed drops or oral medicine. Infections require targeted therapy. Follow-up exams help confirm whether flare levels decrease. Long-term care depends on the root cause.
Uveitis is common, but injury or surgery can also cause cells.
Yes. Inflammation scatters light and reduces detail.
No. They reflect internal inflammation, not infection spread.
Seek care if you have pain, redness, or sudden light sensitivity.