toxoplasmosis
Parasitic Infection
Plain-language definition
Infection by the Toxoplasma parasite, a leading cause of posterior uveitis. Causes characteristic focal retinal scars (retinochoroiditis).
Where this term comes up
“Toxoplasmosis”
Condition · Neuroretinitis
“Toxoplasmosis - most common infectious cause of posterior uveitis”
Condition · Uveitis (Iritis)
“Toxoplasmosis - usually with retinal lesion”
Condition · Anterior Uveitis (Iritis)
- Category
- Condition, finding, or disease process
- Also written as
- No alternate forms listed.
Pathology terms describe diseases, tissue changes, exam findings, or complications that can affect vision or eye comfort.
Related glossary terms
- syphilis
Systemic Bacterial Infection
- tuberculosis
Chronic Bacterial Infection
- ACE
Angiotensin-Converting Enzyme
- autoimmune
Self-Attacking Immune Response
- macula
Central Retina
- sarcoidosis
Inflammatory Granuloma Disease
A note on medical context
A glossary definition can explain a word, but it cannot tell you whether a symptom or test result is serious. If this term came from an article, use the full article and your clinician's guidance for context.