[SOLVING A MEDICAL MYSTERY THROUGH THE EYES OF A YOUNG PATIENT WITH MULTIPLE TATTOOS].

Abstract

Introduction: Tattoos have been an integral aspect of human cultural heritage for centuries, and gained vast popularity in recent years among different cultures, being part of the mainstream culture. To date, it is even very common to perform many tattoos in various sizes over the body. However, many tattooed people are not aware of tattoo-related side effects. Several reports have emerged in recent years regarding the association between tattoos and autoimmune diseases. Sarcoidosis is a systemic inflammatory disease of unknown etiology, characterized by non-caseating granulomas, and may involve many body organs, including the eyes. The most common ocular manifestation is uveitis, which may be the first sign of the disease.