Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Skin Diseases and Disorders

Skin Diseases and Disorders

Skin is the first line of defense and encounters a variety of microbes. Some pathogenic strains are often the cause of a broad range of infections of the skin and other body systems. These conditions can affect people of all ages and may have different causes, including genetic factors, infections, autoimmune reactions, environmental factors, and lifestyle choices.
Gram-positive Staphylococcus spp. and Streptococcus spp. are responsible for many of the most common skin infections. However, many...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same journal

Comparison of neutralization and disinfection kinetics in povidone iodine- and hydrogen peroxide-based soft contact lens care solutions.

Optometry and vision science : official publication of the American Academy of Optometry·2026

Same journal

Agreement between ganglion cell-inner plexiform layer metrics from widefield optical coherence tomography and Goldmann II, III, and V in glaucoma.

Optometry and vision science : official publication of the American Academy of Optometry·2026

Same journal

Repeatability of SpotChecks contrast sensitivity test in macular disease.

Optometry and vision science : official publication of the American Academy of Optometry·2026

Same journal

Reflections on emerging therapies for inherited retinal diseases following a community education event: A qualitative exploration.

Optometry and vision science : official publication of the American Academy of Optometry·2026

Same journal

Optical myopia control interventions: Evaluation of methods and success in a real-world population.

Optometry and vision science : official publication of the American Academy of Optometry·2026

Same journal

Influence of corneal endothelial cell density after penetrating keratoplasty on contact lens induced corneal swelling.

Optometry and vision science : official publication of the American Academy of Optometry·2026

See all related articles

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Oct 7, 2025

Primed Mycobacterial Uveitis PMU as a Model for Post-Infectious Uveitis

Primed Mycobacterial Uveitis PMU as a Model for Post-Infectious Uveitis

Published on: December 17, 2021

Case Series: Tattoo-associated Uveitis.

Aaron S Peterson, Anthony W Patterson

Optometry and Vision Science : Official Publication of the American Academy of Optometry

|January 10, 2022

Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

Tattoo-associated uveitis links eye inflammation with skin tattoos. This case series suggests a delayed hypersensitivity reaction or localized sarcoidosis may cause this condition, resolving after tattoo removal.

More Related Videos

Experimental Autoimmune Uveitis: An Intraocular Inflammatory Mouse Model

Experimental Autoimmune Uveitis: An Intraocular Inflammatory Mouse Model

Published on: January 12, 2022

Skin Tattooing As A Novel Approach For DNA Vaccine Delivery

Skin Tattooing As A Novel Approach For DNA Vaccine Delivery

Published on: October 18, 2012

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Oct 7, 2025

Primed Mycobacterial Uveitis PMU as a Model for Post-Infectious Uveitis

Primed Mycobacterial Uveitis PMU as a Model for Post-Infectious Uveitis

Published on: December 17, 2021

Experimental Autoimmune Uveitis: An Intraocular Inflammatory Mouse Model

Experimental Autoimmune Uveitis: An Intraocular Inflammatory Mouse Model

Published on: January 12, 2022

Skin Tattooing As A Novel Approach For DNA Vaccine Delivery

Skin Tattooing As A Novel Approach For DNA Vaccine Delivery

Published on: October 18, 2012

Area of Science:

Ophthalmology
Dermatology
Immunology

Background:

Tattoo-associated uveitis involves simultaneous inflammation of tattoos and the uvea.
Etiology is unclear, with systemic sarcoidosis or delayed hypersensitivity reactions previously suggested.
No consensus exists on the cause of tattoo-associated uveitis.

Purpose of the Study:

To investigate two cases of simultaneous tattoo inflammation and bilateral anterior uveitis.
To explore potential etiologies, including sarcoidosis and delayed hypersensitivity reactions.
To evaluate treatment outcomes, including response to corticosteroids and tattoo removal.

Main Methods:

Retrospective review of two African American male patients.
Clinical examination for uveitis and tattoo inflammation.
Laboratory tests and imaging to rule out systemic sarcoidosis.
Skin biopsies of tattoos to identify granulomas.
Treatment with topical/oral corticosteroids and surgical tattoo removal.

Main Results:

Both patients presented with bilateral anterior uveitis and tattoo inflammation.
Systemic sarcoidosis was suspected but not confirmed by diagnostics.
Skin biopsies revealed noncaseating granulomas in tattoos.
Complete inflammatory resolution occurred only after tattoo removal.
No recurrence of inflammation was observed post-tattoo removal.

Conclusions:

Tattoo-associated uveitis can manifest with noncaseating granulomas.
Etiology may involve a localized sarcoidosis-like reaction or a delayed hypersensitivity response to tattoo ink antigens.
Tattoo removal is an effective treatment for resolving inflammation and preventing recurrence.