scleritis
/sklɪˈraɪtɪs/
noun
- A painful inflammation of the sclera (the white outer layer of the eyeball), often associated with autoimmune diseases.
- Scleritis can cause severe eye pain and redness.
- The patient was diagnosed with scleritis and prescribed anti-inflammatory eye drops.
- People with rheumatoid arthritis have a higher risk of developing scleritis.