Definition of "scleritis" []

• Inflammation of the sclera. (noun)

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• "Fong LP, Sainz de la Maza M, Rice BA, et al. Immunopathology of scleritis."
• "Cases of uveitis, scleritis, episcleritis, conjunctivitis, iritis, and orbital inflammation including orbital edema have been reported during postmarketing use."
• "Known ocular complications of bisphosphonates include conjunctivitis, anterior uveitis, episcleritis, and scleritis. 1"