How does ankylosing spondylitis affect the eyes?

Condition analysis:
Ankylosing Spondylitis can cause inflammation of the iris and its attachment to the outer wall of the eye, the uvea. 40% of people will develop iritis or uveitis on one or more occasions. Usually the first symptom is a slight blurring of vision in one eye but the main symptom is a sharp pain together with a dramatically bloodshot eye. To avoid permanent damage you should receive prompt treatment. It is a good idea to go straight to a casualty department, rather than to your GP, where you can be treated by an ophthalmology team. Tell them that you have AS. They will give you eye-drops which will reduce the inflammation in a matter of hours. Continue treating yourself with the eye-drops for as long as the inflammation persists.

Instructions:
Guggul: This herb that is actually a resin helps in fighting ankylosis by its anti-inflammatory effects. It contains substances that decrease redness and swelling of the inflamed tissues. It is an ancient drug that herbal experts keep using because of its incredible properties.

It is also used in treating osteoarthritis and other bone diseases. It can reduce inflammation and help in gaining active lifestyle in patients with ankylosis. This drug is taken by mouth and has a rapid effect on the affected tissues and bones in decreasing inflammation and pain.