Learn how psoriatic arthritis can affect your eyes, what symptoms to watch for, and why early detection helps protect vision.
Psoriatic arthritis is a chronic autoimmune condition that affects joints skin and sometimes the eyes causing inflammation and pain.
Eye issues in psoriatic arthritis occur due to immune system activity inflammation pathways and genetic factors linked to the disease.
Psoriatic arthritis may lead to uveitis dry eye conjunctivitis episcleritis scleritis and retinal complications affecting comfort and vision.
Eye pain redness blurry vision tearing pressure changes and sensitivity to light may signal inflammation and need medical attention.
Diagnosis includes a full eye exam medical history imaging tests like OCT and coordination between rheumatologists and ophthalmologists.
Treatments include eye drops steroids immunosuppressants biologics and sometimes surgery to reduce inflammation and protect vision.
Get help quickly if you notice sudden vision loss flashing lights worsening pain or new severe redness to prevent long term damage.
Routine eye exams treatment follow up support groups and lifestyle adjustments can help protect eyesight and improve daily life.