Diagnosed with Scleritis

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I have been diagnosed with scleritis in the left eye. What can be the cause other than rheumatoid arthritis?

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Dr. Mekala

Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon 11 yrs exp Chennai

Any autoimmune diseases can cause it Go for further assessment and do Video consultation if possible

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Dr. Rajendra Kumar

Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon 8 yrs exp Jaipur

RA is most common cause. Should be screened for other Connecctive tissue disease like SLE, IBD etc.

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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar Pulmonologist 46 yrs exp Hyderabad · Accepted Answer

Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar

Pulmonologist 46 yrs exp Hyderabad

Auto immune conditions are common cause for scleritis.you need thorough investigations,and consult with Ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment .

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