Scleritis
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Inflammation of the sclera, also known as scleritis, affects the white, tough layer that covers the outer part of the eye, and can cause significant discomfort in vision and around the eyeball.
Frequent symptoms: It usually presents with eye redness, pain that can be deep, sensitivity to light and, in some cases, blurred vision.
Common causes: At times it is associated with diseases that affect the whole body, especially of an inflammatory or autoimmune type, although it can also occur in isolation.
Which specialist treats it? The ophthalmologist is the professional who evaluates this inflammation of the eye. When there is persistent eye pain or redness that does not subside, it is advisable to request a specialized evaluation.
Data on 220 doctors who treat scleritis
Which specialist treats scleritis?
Inflammation of the sclera is treated by an ophthalmologist, a specialist in eye conditions. A general practitioner can provide an initial assessment if you can't see the ophthalmologist right away. You can also find a female ophthalmologist near you.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in scleritis
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Valeria Becerril Ledezma
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Flor Corona
Dr. Bernardo Velazquez Pallares
Dr. Gloria Nayeli Vega Hernández
Dr. Iran Pardo
Dr. Jorge Alfonso Trejo Buendía
Frequently asked questions
What is scleritis?
Inflammation of the sclera, also known as scleritis, affects the white, tough layer that covers the outer part of the eye, and can cause significant discomfort in vision and around the eyeball.
Which doctor treats scleritis?
Inflammation of the sclera is treated by an ophthalmologist, a specialist in eye conditions. A general practitioner can provide an initial assessment if you can't see the ophthalmologist right away. You can also find a female ophthalmologist near you.