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Midwest City, OK

Sometimes I have static in my vision along with balls of light that would run through what seemed liked blood vessels. Also extremely dry eyes causing it to feel like gravel in my eyes, swelling of the membrane on the outside of the eye. I was also diagnose with uvitis

December 15, 2020
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Members shared varied experiences with eye complications related to ankylosing spondylitis, including blurry vision during flares, cataracts,... Read more

Members shared varied experiences with eye complications related to ankylosing spondylitis, including blurry vision during flares, cataracts, detached retinas, and recurring iritis that can cause the pupil to lock in position and lead to blindness without prompt treatment. Several members found relief through practical strategies like prescription eye drops (Patanol, Theoloz Duo), limiting eye drop use to avoid further dryness, allergy pills for itching, and most significantly, biologic treatments like Remicade that stopped recurring iritis for some members after years of annual attacks. A recurring theme was the importance of recognizing symptoms early, seeking immediate medical attention for sudden eye changes, and staying informed about the connection between inflammation and eye health to prevent permanent damage.

A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Glad to be of any help. All of us need to keep this channel open. I'm sure we can all learn little tidbits here & there that can help us out.

January 19, 2021
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

I used to get Iritis at least once a year. That's when your pupil locks into whatever position it's in when it is attacked. The first time I had it it attacked me in my sleep, so the pupil stayed large all day long. Then on Sunday it really started hurting. I looked in the mirror & noticed how bloodshot my right eye was. Then I noticed how big the pupil was compared to the other eye. I managed to get in touch with the Doc. He told me to keep my eye closed & covered & meet him in the office at 6AM. He said normally he has drops he could apply & it would free up the pupil. But I waited too long for drops. I needed something more radical or I would be blind by the end of the day. He said I need a more powerful drug that had to be injected directly in my pupil. I said OK. After the injection he told me to go out to the waiting room & wait for him to come back. After about 2 hours the headache started to subside. I was ecstatic. It must be working. He came out in about another hour & asked me how I felt. I said headaches gone. He said that's a good thing & come with him. He took a look at the eye & said I was very lucky. Now that you know how it feels & looks start these drops immediately. Now that I have started the Remicade infusions, I have not had any episodes with my eyes & that's been almost 10 years. Might ask your Doc about it. Hope the best for you. Stay strong.

January 18, 2021
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

I found out that I have cataract had surgery to fix and they put lenses in to help my eye sight, they also fixed my detached retina during surgery in left eye which he repaired then. A couple months later I fell, and detached the right retina ๐Ÿ‘ my eyes have always been dry do I have to do eye drops occasionally no more than 3 times a day other wise the drops will dry out your eyes more. For the itchy eyes try a allergy pill. It helps. Doing better now.

December 17, 2020
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

My eyes are affected when Inflammation is bad. I get blurry vision.i suffer from Ankle lossing spondylitis. Hope u feel better soon

December 15, 2020
A MySpondylitisTeam Member

Tks.

January 22, 2021

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