Scleritis and Episcleritis Flashcards
1
Q
What is scleritis?
A
Inflammation of the full thickness of the sclera
2
Q
Both scleritis and episcleritis are commonly associated with which other conditions?
A
Inflammatory/autoimmune conditions:
- RA
- IBD
3
Q
Is the onset of scleritis/episcelritis usually acute or chronic?
A
Acute
4
Q
Scleritis typically presents with a…
A
Painful red eye
5
Q
Describe the management of scleritis
A
- NSAIDs (topical/systemic)
- Steroids (topical/systemic)
6
Q
What is episcleritis?
A
Inflammation of the episclera (the outermost layer of the sclera)
7
Q
Around 50% of cases of episcleritis are bilateral. True or false?
A
True
8
Q
Episcleritis typically presents with a…
A
Painless red eye
9
Q
Describe the management of episcleritis
A
- Lubricating eye drops
- Analgesia if necessary (typically painless)
