Purtscher-like retinopathy is a rare phenomenon reported in disorders including acute pancreatitis, collagen vascular diseases, fat embolism, chronic renal failure, amniotic fluid embolism, battered baby syndrome and several autoimmune diseases. We report an atypical initial feature of rheumatoid arthritis in a middle-aged male. This case will raise awareness among generalists to recognize this disease early.
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