Is Your Eye Pain Actually an IBD Flare?

Did you know that inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) isn't only a digestive condition? It can also attack your vision. Your host, Amber J Tresca, breaks down some of the most common eye-related extra-intestinal manifestations (EIMs) of Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. Learn how to identify the warning signs of episcleritis, uveitis, and scleritis, and find out when you need to see an ophthalmologist right away to protect your eyesight.

Episode transcript and more information at: https://bit.ly/AIBD200

• 00:00 - Introduction: Protecting your vision with IBD
• 02:07 - What are Extra-Intestinal Manifestations (EIMs)?
• 04:21 - How common is eye disease in IBD patients?
• 05:43 - Condition 1: Episcleritis (Symptoms and treatments)
• 07:15 - Why episcleritis often tracks with IBD flares
• 10:14 - Condition 2: Uveitis (Red flags and risks of vision loss)
• 13:58 - Condition 3: Scleritis (Rare but severe complications)
• 16:51 - Condition 4: Dry Eyes
• 18:23 - Risk Factors: Who is most likely to develop IBD eye issues?
• 20:10 - When to call your doctor and why you need an ophthalmologist
• 23:25 - Practical tips: Keeping eye drops in the fridge

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• World Health Organization. Vitamin A deficiency and ocular health.
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• Web: Cooney Studio
• Theme music, IBD Dance Party, is from ©Cooney Studio.

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