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?

Exudative retinal detachment and choroidal detachment Signup and view all the answers

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

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common sign of scleritis?

Myositis Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the sclera?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

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

Deep vascular plexus Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common sign of episcleritis?

Sudden redness and discomfort Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate gender distribution of episcleritis?

More common in females Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

To maintain the exact position of the different parts of the optical system Signup and view all the answers

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

Persistent tender nodule within the interpalpebral fissure Signup and view all the answers

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

Rheumatoid arthritis Signup and view all the answers

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

Corneal infiltrative stromal keratitis Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

Insidious onset of pain followed by increasing redness Signup and view all the answers

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

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