This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Miscellaneous (Sclera), Subject name: Ophthalmology
Scleritis is commonly seen with 
Select and explain. 
A. Reiter s syndrome, B. Rheumatoid arthritis, C. Ankylosing spondylitis, D. Wegners syndrome
B: Rheumatoid arthritis
Answer: B: Rheumatoid arthritis 
Explanation: Ans. (b) Rheumatoid arthritisRef: A.K. Khurana 6th ed. /141, Khurana 4th ed./129* Scleritis is chronic inflammation of the sclera. Most commonly seen in elderly females (40-70 years).* Scleritis is associated with autoimmune collagen disorders, most commonly with rheumatoid arthritis.* Other causes can be PAN, SLE, ankylosis spondylitis, Wegeners granulomatosis, thyrotoxicosis, TB, syphillis.