Ocular and oral problems in arthritis. How to recognize, when to refer
Fox, R.I.; Michelson, P.E.; Howell, F.V.
Postgraduate Medicine 78(3): 87-93 96-7
1985
ISSN/ISBN: 0032-5481 PMID: 4034451 Document Number: 249936
Recognition of oral and ocular problems is important in the management of arthritis. Although the focus of attention is usually on joint problems, patients with these chronic disorders require a comprehensive approach to their total medical care. Physicians need to watch for physical signs of significant inflammation and should alert their patients to watch for significant symptoms.