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Indianapolis (Carmel), IN
August 5, 2020
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A myRAteam Member

I have same. I use Refresh Liquigel eye gel tears by Allergan. Turquoise blue bottle. You can find them nearly everywhere that sells eye drops. They are very, very helpful. The only thing that helps my mouth is ice cold water, herbal tea or fruit juice. Sjogrens is a pain to deal with.

August 14, 2020
A myRAteam Member

It has caused inflammation in my eyes causing my eyes to be very dry. My eye dr prescribed Xiidra eye drops I use twice daily.

August 5, 2020
myRAteam

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can affect the eyes in several ways:

- Dry Eyes: Commonly reported, causing discomfort like feeling of sandpaper rubbing over the eyeballs
- Inflammatory Eye Conditions: Such as Peripheral Ulcerative Keratitis (PUK), scleritis, and uveitis. These conditions may require immunosuppressants and Show Full Answer

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can affect the eyes in several ways:

- Dry Eyes: Commonly reported, causing discomfort like feeling of sandpaper rubbing over the eyeballs.
- Inflammatory Eye Conditions: Such as Peripheral Ulcerative Keratitis (PUK), scleritis, and uveitis. These conditions may require immunosuppressants and corticosteroids.
- Long-term Steroid Use: Can negatively affect vision and may lead to cataracts or glaucoma.

It's important to discuss any eye symptoms with your rheumatologist or ophthalmologist to manage and treat these conditions effectively.

July 15, 2024
A myRAteam Member

I have dry eyes since starting Leflunomide (Arava). I use Artificial Tears a few times a day.

August 5, 2020
A myRAteam Member

Dry eyes, my eye surgeon recommended using TheraTears, after my cataract surgery, it has really helped. It is important to see your eye doctor at least once a year. I hope this helps.

August 5, 2020

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