Nodular Episcleritis and Scleritis Quiz
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What is the most common systemic association of scleritis?

  • Wegener granulomatosis
  • Systemic lupus erythematosus
  • Polyarteritis nodosa
  • Rheumatoid arthritis (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT a common sign of scleritis?

  • Proptosis
  • Choroidal folds
  • Exudative retinal detachment
  • Retinal vascular occlusion (correct)

    • Which treatment is typically used for non-necrotizing scleritis?

  • Periocular steroid injections
  • Topical steroids
  • Systemic non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) (correct)
  • Systemic cytotoxic agents

    • Which of the following is a characteristic finding in uveal effusion syndrome?

    <p>Exudative retinal detachment and choroidal detachment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical B-scan ultrasound finding in active scleritis?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common sign of scleritis?

    <p>Myositis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the sclera?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common vascular layer of the sclera that shows maximal congestion in scleritis?

    <p>Deep vascular plexus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common sign of episcleritis?

    <p>Sudden redness and discomfort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate gender distribution of episcleritis?

    <p>More common in females</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key anatomical feature of the sclera?

    <p>The inner layer blends with the suprachoroidal and supraciliary lamellae of the uveal tract</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a key function of the sclera?

    <p>To maintain the exact position of the different parts of the optical system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic sign of nodular episcleritis?

    <p>Persistent tender nodule within the interpalpebral fissure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common systemic association of scleritis?

    <p>Rheumatoid arthritis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential complication of necrotizing anterior scleritis?

    <p>Corneal infiltrative stromal keratitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic sign of diffuse anterior non-necrotizing scleritis?

    <p>Intense redness that may be diffuse or localized to one quadrant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic feature of nodular anterior non-necrotizing scleritis?

    <p>Insidious onset of pain followed by increasing redness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is typically used for the treatment of recurrent attacks of nodular episcleritis?

    <p>Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for 2-3 months</p> Signup and view all the answers

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