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Episcleritis is a common inflammatory condition of the connective tissue of the conjunctiva and sclera in the eye. Episcleritis causes the eye to appear reddened, with symptoms similar to conjunctivitis, but without discharge or excessive tearing. Women are typically affected by episcleritis more frequently than men. The condition usually occurs in people in their 30s and 40s and may become a chronic ailment.
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It is not known what causes episcleritis, but it may be associated with some underlying systemic diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis, polyarteritis nodosa, systemic lupus erythematosus, inflammatory bowel disease, sarcoidosis, Wegeners granulomatosis, gout, herpes zoster virus and syphilis. Episcleritis may also be tied to malnutrition, starvation, malabsorption or alcoholism.
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Signs of episcleritis include generalized redness in the white part of the eye; the sensation of something in the eye; painful, watery eyes and sensitivity to light.
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Treatment for episcleritis is usually not needed. The condition usually clears up on its own within two to three weeks without treatment. Chilled eye-drops can be used to soothe the eye and reduce mild inflammation. People experiencing discomfort from episcleritis may benefit from a regimen of topical anti-inflammatory eye-drops, agents and lubricants. Severe episcleritis can recur but is easily treated by drops prescription eye drops.
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DHA is a fatty acid essential for mental and visual function. It is the primary structural fatty acid in the gray matter of the brain and retina of the eye and is important for signal transmission in the brain, eye and nervous system.
Vitamin A is important for strong healthy eyes.
Beta-Carotene is a form of pre-vitamin A, which is readily converted to vitamin A in the body.
Retinoic Acid regulates the development of various tissues, including cells of the skin, eyes and the lining of the lungs and intestines.
Zinc deficiency may reduce the activity of retinol dehydrogenase, an enzyme needed to help vitamin A work in the eye.
Magnesium improves vision in people with vision problems.
Taurine reduces the oxidative damage caused by sunlight to the eyes and stimulates the bodys ability to clean up waste by-products that accumulate in the retina.
Multi-Mineral Supplements replenish mineral balance.
Lutein and Zeaxanthin act as a filter to protect the eye from potentially damaging forms of light.
Bilberry enhances night vision and may also slow the progression of eye problems.
REFERENCES: Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 3rd Edition, Phyllis Balch, CNC; James F. Balch, M.D. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - -
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