Retinitis in the medicinal terms is defined as inflammation or swelling in the retinal region. It might be either Retinitis pigmentosa or cytomegalovirus retinitis. Retinitis pigmentosa refers to a group of eye disorders that might affect the vision of a person in the long run if not treated properly. It is both contagious and hereditary in nature. 

 Retinal pigment epithelium is mottled during this period. Victims can also witness a waxy pallor, reduction in the size of retinal vessels and contraction of posterior subcapsular region. Photoreceptors are used to diagnose Retinitis pigmentosa. Cytomegalovirus retinitis is the inflammation retina and might lead towards permanent blindness. It is prominently genetic in nature. People with weak immune system are the most common victims of cytomegalovirus retinitis. Blurred or reduced vision, severe eye pain, red eyes and photophobia are the common symptoms of Cytomegalovirus retinitis.

The virus affects your eye in compounding manner. To treat Cytomegalovirus retinitis, you have to take help of an ocular immunology specialist. Antiviral is the most common medication to heal Cytomegalovirus retinitis. It can be taken orally or can be injected. Fomivirsen is the most reliable drug to treat Cytomegalovirus retinitis. Regular eye check should be done to avoid any complication of Cytomegalovirus retinitis.