Inflammation of the outer surface of the sclera in the eyeball.
Inflammation of the sclera (the white of the eye) and overlying tissues.
Inflammation of one of the outer layers of the eyeball. The episclera lies between the sclera (the white, fibrous, covering of the eye) and the conjunctiva (the outer mucous membrane). Episcleritis can cause mild pain and tenderness and increases light sensitivity and tearing. The blood vessels in the episclera become prominent, making the eye look pink or bright red. Episcleritis is common, usually mild, and occurs most frequently in young adults.
Inflammation of the subconjunctival layers of the sclera.
A focused area of inflammation that impacts the outermost layers of the sclera, which is the white part of the eye, located directly beneath the conjunctiva. The conjunctiva is a transparent membrane that overlays the sclera.
Episcleritis typically arises without a known cause and primarily targets middle-aged men. Occasionally, it can be a consequence of rheumatoid arthritis. The inflammation could lead to a dull, throbbing pain and might result in photophobia, a condition characterized by an unusual sensitivity to light.
The condition typically resolves on its own within a week or thereabouts, though it may reoccur. Symptoms can be alleviated through the use of eye drops or an ointment infused with a corticosteroid medication.