Korean medicine treatment of diffuse scleratis following pterygium removal : a case report

Objectives: This study aims to report a case of diffuse scleritis improved by Korean medicine treatment.Methods: The patient was diagnosed with diffuse scleratis following pterygium removal surgery. Considering the patient’s condition and symptoms, oral administration of Chijabyeokpi-tang and acupuncture therapy to reduce small intestine meridian heat were performed. We retrospectively analyzed changes in each observation item according to clinical progress recorded in the electronic medical record system.Results: As a result of the treatment, congestion and severe pain in the right eye, headache, excessive tear secretion, swelling and redness around both eyes, and systemic itching after taking analgesic anti-inflammatory drugs all improved and were remitted after 73 days.Conclusion: In cases of diffuse scleratis that does not respond well to conventional treatment, Korean medicine treatment including oral administration of Chijabyeokpi-tang and acupuncture therapy to reduce small intestine meridian heat may be another treatment intervention.