In nodular disease, a distinct nodule of scleral edema is present. The nodules may be single or multiple in appearance and are often tender to palpation. Necrotizing anterior scleritis is the …

There are two main types of scleritis: anterior (referring to the front of your sclera) and posterior (referring to the back of your sclera). Both anterior and posterior scleritis can also be diffuse, …

Nodular anterior scleritis: Anterior scleritis may present in diffuse, nodular, or necrotizing forms. Patients with nodular scleritis present with one or more firm, tender nodules. This image …

2014年7月15日 · Posterior scleritis can also be nodular or diffuse and necrotizing, and involves the sclera posterior to the insertion of the rectus muscles. 2 In this article, we present a few …

2024年11月13日 · There are three types of anterior scleritis. The most common type can inflame the whole sclera or a section of it and is the most treatable. Another type causes tender …

2023年6月26日 · Scleritis is a severe ocular inflammatory condition affecting the sclera, the outer covering of the eye. It can be categorized as anterior with diffuse, nodular, or necrotizing …

2022年5月2日 · Nodular anterior scleritis causes abnormal growth of tissue called a nodule, visible on the sclera covering the front part of the eye. It can also cause dilation of blood …

Anterior scleritis is further divided into diffuse, nodular, necrotizing with inflammation (necrotizing), and necrotizing without inflammation (scleromalacia perforans). [2] . In 1991, McCluskey et al. …

Nodular Anterior Scleritis: Characterized by localized nodules on the sclera, leading to a raised, firm area that can be quite painful. Necrotizing Scleritis: A severe form where tissue death …

Nodular scleritis, is characterized by the presence of nodules or bumps, often tender to the touch, on the surface of the eye. Necrotizing scleritis is the most severe form of anterior scleritis. It …