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Self-inflicted anterior scleritis.

E Zamir1, R W Read, N A Rao

  • 1Doheny Eye Institute, Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California 90033, USA.

Ophthalmology
|January 11, 2001
PubMed
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Self-inflicted scleritis can mimic other forms but may present with traumatic abrasions. Early psychiatric evaluation is key to correct diagnosis and preventing unnecessary treatments.

Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Psychiatry

Background:

  • Scleritis, an inflammation of the sclera, can be idiopathic, autoimmune, or, rarely, self-inflicted.
  • Distinguishing self-inflicted scleritis from other forms is crucial for appropriate management.

Observation:

  • Two cases of self-inflicted scleritis are presented, both exhibiting persistent inflammation unresponsive to conventional therapies.
  • Findings included diffuse anterior scleritis, keratoconjunctival abrasions, and evidence of noncompliance with prescribed medications.

Findings:

  • One patient improved after confrontation with evidence of self-inflicted etiology.
  • The condition can present similarly to idiopathic or autoimmune scleritis, but may include traumatic abrasions.

Implications:

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  • Self-inflicted scleritis requires a high index of suspicion, especially when treatment resistance and noncompliance are noted.
  • Early psychiatric evaluation is recommended to prevent misdiagnosis, unnecessary treatments, and unwarranted compensation claims.