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Eye health can be a concern with rheumatoid arthritis, as Sjogren's Syndrome is a common comorbidity. This can cause dry eyes and other complications. It is an inflammatory condition that typically affects the tear and saliva glands. If you notice irritation and a painful burning in your eye, go see your doctor. Having dry eyes puts the patient at an increased risk of eye infections and damage to the cornea.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis and Eye Health: Complications to Watch Out For
Can rheumatoid arthritis affect the eyes and vision? Just as RA is an inflammatory disease which attacks bones and joints, it can also attack the eyes. Complications may include dry eyes, episcleritis, scleritis, corneal problems, glaucoma, cataracts, and Sjogren’s Syndrome. As patients living with complicated medical…
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Lene Andersen, Health Guide, answered any findings that RA and or Meth can… One of the common problems with RA meds can be dryness, including dryness…
V, Health Guide, answered May need to call an eye doctor...or my… Well, I feel pretty silly now. It was definitely allergies. …
Lene Andersen, Health Guide, answered Is the dry eyes and vision loss caused… Every time I hear a story like yours about not being able to get medical…
Lisa Emrich, Health Guide, commented on Patients with Rheumatoid Arthritis… It does seem to be helping, but I still need to practice good joint…
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