Sclerokeratitis is severe inflammation affecting both the white of the eye sclera and the clear cornea.
How sclerokeratitis affects the eye
This condition can be very painful and may threaten sight if not treated quickly. It is often linked to general health problems such as rheumatoid arthritis or other immune conditions.
- The eye may look very red, tender, and sometimes swollen
- Pain can feel deep and aching, worse at night or with eye movement
- Corneal involvement may blur vision or cause light sensitivity
- Inflammation can weaken the eye wall, raising the risk of thinning
Getting the right care
Sclerokeratitis usually needs hospital-based treatment from an eye specialist and sometimes a rheumatologist. Strong anti-inflammatory medicines are often required to calm the disease and protect vision.
- Seek urgent help for severe red eye with deep pain or vision changes
- Blood tests and scans may be arranged to look for underlying causes
- Treatment might include steroids and other immune-suppressing tablets
- Regular follow-up checks are vital to monitor healing and eye strength
