May is Lupus Awareness Month. Lupus is known as The Great Imitator because it often mimics other diseases and conditions.
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects different parts of the body, including the eyes. SLE can cause dry eyes and/or retinal edema.
Hydroxycholoroquine (Plaquenil) is a common drug used in treating SLE. Some people can experience macular toxicity from this drug. If you have SLE, is important to have a dilated eye exam (and additional tests, like a visual field or OCT) every year.
Join Mountain View Eye Center in wearing purple Friday, May 20, 2016 to spread Lupus awareness!
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