Guest guest Posted August 1, 2008 Report Share Posted August 1, 2008 nne, I'd guess uveitis (I am not a physician) - symptoms sure fit. CCFA.org is a great resource for UC symptoms; some of us are plagued by UC symptoms more than PSC. From http://www.ccfa.org/printview?pageUrl=/info/about/complications/eye Uveitis One of the most common eye complications in IBD is uveitis, defined as painful inflammation of the uvea—the middle layer of the eye wall. Individuals with uveitis may notice pain, blurred vision, sensitivity to light, and redness of the eye. These symptoms may come on gradually or quite suddenly. To make a diagnosis of uveitis, an ophthalmologist (a doctor who specializes in diseases of the eye) uses a " slit lamp. " This is a special microscope that allows the doctor to look at the inside of the eye. Uveitis generally improves when the IBD is brought under control, but the ophthalmologist may prescribe special eye drops containing steroids to help reduce inflammation. If left untreated, uveitis may progress to glaucoma—a disease of the eye marked by increased pressure within the eyeball—and possible vision loss. Also: Episcleritis This condition is an inflammation of the outer coating of the white of the eye, called the episclera. When the tiny blood vessels of the episclera become inflamed, they dilate and the area becomes red. In addition, episcleritis also may produce pain and tenderness. Steroid eye drops and topical vasoconstrictors are commonly used to treat episcleritis, but the condition may resolve on its own as the patient's inflammatory bowel disease starts to improve. I'm surprised the opthamalogist didn't suggest one of thsese. You should see your opthamologist promptly, based on the above. When I was first diagnosed with UC, I also tried to go off the maintenance meds (sulfasalazine, for me). After a couple of flares, I ALWAYs take them now - just not worth it. Take care. Arne ---- nne Vasichek jvasichek@...> wrote: ============= ....Today, I am having a problem that has seemed to occur within the last two months. Occasionally, my left eye has become very red, and for the second time, very painful... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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