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Eye Clinic Roth Bonn
Eye Clinic Roth Bonn
Overall rating9.2 / 10
The Eye Clinic Roth Bonn first opened its doors to patients more than 40 years ago and is now one of the best ophthalmology centers in Germany. The clinic's team of doctors is committed to providing effective medical care using the latest medical advances in the field of ophthalmology. The high professionalism and experience
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The Meoclinic Hospital Berlin is one of Germany's most renowned multidisciplinary private hospitals offering top-class and patient-centered medical care. The hospital opened its doors to patients back in 2000 and today is deservedly proud of its vast experience. It has 28 specialized departments, each of which is responsible
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Memorial Ankara Hospital
Memorial Ankara Hospital
Overall rating9.6 / 10
The Memorial Ankara Hospital is one of the largest private medical complexes in the capital of Turkey, where patients can undergo top-class diagnostics and treatment in all fields of modern medicine. The hospital is part of the prestigious Memorial Healthcare Group. The doors of the medical facility were first opened in 2014, an
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The Memorial Atasehir Hospital Istanbul is a private medical complex, within the walls of which the patient is expected to receive excellent medical care and responsive care. The medical complex is part of the Memorial Healthcare Group, which consists of 14 hospitals that provide a wide range of services. The hospital began its
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The Memorial Sisli Hospital Istanbul is the largest and leading medical complex in Turkey, which meets the highest standards of medical care when providing the advanced diagnostics and treatment using the very latest methods. The hospital is part of the Memorial Health Group – it was the first project of this provider of m
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The Memorial Bahçelievler Hospital Istanbul is an advanced multidisciplinary medical center that began its clinical practice in 2018. It is part of the world famous Memorial Healthcare Group. The hospital was designed in accordance with the very latest standards of modern architecture with the aim of providing top-class m
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Nuremberg Hospital
Nuremberg Hospital
Overall rating9 / 10
According to the reputable Focus magazine, the Nuremberg Hospital ranks among the top German medical facilities! The hospital is one of the largest, highly specialized medical centers in Europe and positions itself as the maximum care hospital. The healthcare facility is an academic hospital of the Paracelsus Medical University
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The Hirslanden Clinic La Colline Geneva is a multidisciplinary medical facility, where the patient will benefit from an impeccable quality of medical service, responsive care and a humane attitude. The clinic provides both inpatient treatment and outpatient care. There are 67 beds available for hospitalization. The basis of succ
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The Hospital Oberberg Waldbrol is a progressive medical facility with a priority focus on effective treatment and high-quality patient care. The medical complex is an academic hospital of the University of Bonn, which guarantees direct access to medical innovations. The medical staff of the hospital applies an individual ap
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The Hospital Oberberg Gummersbach is a medical complex that offers its patients top-class personalized care. The hospital was founded in 1985. Since then, it has earned an excellent reputation in the German medical arena and has gained vast experience in the provision of medical care to foreign patients. The Hospital Oberberg Gu
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The Schlosspark Hospital Berlin began its work in 1970 and, during this time, has gained an excellent reputation not only in Germany but also in the international medical arena. The Schlosspark Hospital Berlin is an academic hospital of the Charite University Hospital Berlin, which is one of the best medical centers in Europe an
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According to the reputable Focus magazine, the Helios Hospital Berlin-Buch ranks among the top medical facilities in Germany! The clinic is proud of its rich history, which dates back over 100 years, as well as the status of a maximum care medical center with exceptionally high success treatment rates. The medical institution is
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Hospital Kassel
Hospital Kassel
Overall rating9.9 / 10
The Hospital Kassel is a progressive medical facility with a huge medical team, which provides high-quality medical services in all branches of modern medicine. The hospital is part of the regional medical Gesundheit Nordhessen Holding, which unites 5 top-class medical centers, including specialized rehabilitation clinics. With
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According to the reputable Focus magazine, the University Hospital Greifswald is included in the ranking of the best medical complexes throughout Germany! The hospital is one of the oldest healthcare facilities in Germany, with long traditions and an excellent reputation. The history of the hospital begins in 1456, when the Facu
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The Dunyagoz Hospital Istanbul was founded in 1996 and today it is the largest in Turkey and at the international medical arena. The group contains 25 specialized centers in Turkey and abroad. The hospitals work in 11 cities in Turkey. The main ones are located in Istanbul, Ankara and Antalya. The hospital annually serves about
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The Hisar Intercontinental Hospital Istanbul is a private multidisciplinary medical facility, which provides top-class diagnostics and treatment in the most comfortable conditions for each patient. The hospital was founded in 2006 and today can be proud of an excellent medical and technical base, excellent professional staff, au
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About the disease

Scleritis is an inflammation of the sclera, which is the outer, white layer of the eye that constitutes approximately 83% of its surface. In scleritis, the sclera becomes red and painful. This condition is known to develop when there is a malfunction of the immune system, or an infection, that attacks the outer surface of the eye.

There are several types of scleritis: anterior, nodular, posterior and necrotizing. The first type is the most common and the least dangerous. Very often, anterior scleritis is caused by another eye disease or an infection. Necrotizing scleritis is the most dangerous type of this condition and, if left untreated, it can lead to partial or full loss of vision. 

It has not yet been determined what exactly causes the immune system to attack the sclera. Previous eye infections can trigger the development of sclera, but it is not always a predisposing factor. People who already have autoimmune conditions, such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus, can develop scleritis as a complication of their primary condition. Some people have a genetic predisposition for the development of scleritis during their lifetime. Previous eye trauma or eye surgery can also lead to scleritis if an infection was ever left untreated.

According to Healthline.com, this condition is more prevalent among females and can affect any age group. People whose relatives have suffered from scleritis need to be careful of eye infections and are recommended to attend regular checked-ups with an ophthalmologist. 

Symptoms

  • Acute eye pain
  • Pain worse when moving the eyes
  • Red sclera
  • Excessively watery eyes
  • Increased sensitivity to light
  • Blurred and reduced vision

Diagnosis

  • During a general examination, the doctor will examine the patient’s eyes to determine whether they are particularly sensitive to light or especially watery.
  • The doctor will ask the patient if they have had any eye infections lately or have ever been diagnosed with an autoimmune disease.
  • A general examination is not enough to diagnose scleritis, as similar symptoms may be caused by eye infections, such as conjunctivitis. However, If the sclera (white part of the eye) is red or sore, this is an indication of  scleritis and should be investigated.
  • A blood test can indicate the presence of an inflammatory process developing in the body, which can point to an autoimmune problem.
  • An ultrasonography of the eye helps doctors to examine the sclera more closely and determine the type of scleritis.

Treatment

  • The treatment of scleritis depends on the cause of this eye condition.
  • If scleritis was caused by a malfunctioning immune system, the patient may be prescribed immunosuppressants. These aim to reduce the inflammation in the eye and preserve the patient’s vision.
  • If an infection was the cause of scleritis, the patient is prescribed antibiotics and anti-inflammatory drugs to reduce the inflammation and pain.
  • During the treatment, the patient needs to take extra care of the infected eye(s) to ensure a safe recovery.
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