Scleritis (Scleritis)

Scleritis is a serious inflammatory disease that affects the sclera, the hard outer layer of the eye. This condition can cause significant pain and damage to the eyeball, and if left untreated can lead to vision loss.

Symptoms of scleritis may include deep pain in the eye, which may worsen with eye movement, as well as redness, swelling, and tenderness when the eye is touched. In some cases, there may also be a change in eye color or the development of ulcers on the cornea.

Scleritis can be caused by a variety of causes, including autoimmune diseases, infections, injuries, and certain medications. Scleritis is often associated with other autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus.

The diagnosis of scleritis can be made by an ophthalmologist based on an eye examination and additional tests such as a biopsy or blood test.

Treatment for scleritis may include prescribing anti-inflammatory medications, such as steroids or immunosuppressants, and using eye drops to relieve symptoms. In some cases, surgery may be required.

It is important to see a doctor if you have symptoms of scleritis. Treatment can help prevent vision loss and other complications.

**Scleritis** (lacrimal xerosis, scleritis) is a chronic inflammatory disease of the eyeball in the connective tissue membrane known as the sclera. The main symptom of scleritis is inflammation and destruction of the conjunctiva (the mucous membrane of the eye that covers the eyes and ciliary body), causing swelling and redness of the eyes.

*Sclera in ophthalmology* is a dense connective tissue that covers the outside of the eyeball and gives it its shape. It protects the eyes from external influences and ensures the normal functioning of the visual organs. Uneven network of blood vessels or crow's feet