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Symptoms
Eye pain that is severe; Red patches on the normally white part of the eye; Blurred vision; Sensitivity to light - very...
Causes
Inflammation of the sclera is usually associated with infections, chemical injuries, or autoimmune diseases such as rhe...
Tests
Eye examination; Physical examination and blood tests to search for or to rule out underlying causes.
Treatments
Corticosteroid eye drops help reduce the inflammation. Sometimes corticosteroids pills are taken by mouth. Newer, non-s...
Complications
Scleritis returns; Side effects of long-term corticosteroid therapy; Untreated, perforation of the eyeball may occur, l...
Prevention
There is no preventive treatment for most cases. Patients with autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis may nee...
Doctor Specialties
Call for an appointment with your health care provider or ophthalmologist if you have symptoms of scleritis.
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