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I have lupus and vasculitus of my retinas. i got 3 steroid drips and on a course of prednisone. my eyes are not better yet. will the meds work?
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Retinal vasculitis: This is a serious condition. Would tell your doctor you are not better and or get a second opinion from a university ophthalmologist who specializes in retinitis. You may need intraocular steorids ( injection or implant) , or IV steroids like 1 gram over 2-3 days to stop the inflammation as well as oral autoimmune medications like Imuran, celcept, methotrexate or Benlysta/ f/u/ tomorrow
Answered 1/31/2018
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