Sarcoid-Related Dacryoadenitis Following Treatment with Interferon Alpha and Ribavarin for Hepatitis C

Abstract

Sarcoidosis is an increasingly well-recognised complication of interferon therapy for hepatitis C infection, primarily manifesting with cutaneous or pulmonary involvement. However, we present an unusual case of sarcoid-related dacryoadenitis in a 67-year-old Caucasian lady following such treatment. The literature relating to ophthalmic presentations of interferon-related sarcoidosis is reviewed, and the potential for confusion with interferon-induced thyroid- associated orbitopathy is discussed.

KEYWORDS:

• Sarcoid
• Orbit
• Dacryoadenitis
• Lacrimal gland
• Interferon
• Hepatitis

Declaration of interest: The authors report no conflicts of interest. The authors alone are responsible for the content and writing of the paper.