Infliximab treatment in a case of rheumatoid scleromalacia perforans

Abstract

Rheumatoid disease can cause ocular inflammation of the conjunctiva, sclera, and uveal tract. The sclera is an avascular layer covered by the episclera that is highly vascularised and can be affected by inflammation. Frequently, ophthalmic involvement in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and spondyloartrhophaties results of a systemic and chronic inflammation that can produce devastating effects. Clinically, episcleritis looks similar to conjunctivitis, although there is no discharge. A common symptom of episcleritis is redness, and patients may also complain of foreign body...