Abnormalities of the eyelids

Question 1

Bacterial infection of a gland surrounding an eyelash follicle may produce a ________

Answer 1

Stye/external hordeolum

Question 2

Infection of a Meibomian gland results in an abscess on the inside of the lid called an ______

Answer 2

Internal hordeolum

Question 3

A chronic inflammation resulting from an obstructed Meibomian gland in the eyelid; associated with infection.

Answer 3

Chalazion

Question 4

A common, low-grade, chronic infection with inflammation of the the lid margins, generally produced by bacteria is called _______

Answer 4

Blepharitis

Question 5

A abnormality in which the upper lid droops, due to muscle or nerve damage, or to mechanical causes is called ______

Answer 5

Ptosis

Question 6

A turning of the lid margin outward and away from the eyeball is called _______

Answer 6

Ectropion

Question 7

A condition in which the upper or lower lid margin is turned inward is called _____

Answer 7

Entropion

Question 8

An abnormality of the eyelid that causes eyelashes to turn in the wrong direction and rub against the surface of the eye is

Answer 8

Trichiasis

Question 9

A condition in which the globe is not completely covered when the eyelids are closed is called ___

Answer 9

Lagophthalmos

Question 10

The most common malignant lid tumor, with a characteristic appearance of a pit surrounded by raised “pearly” edges is

Answer 10

Basal cell carcinoma

Question 11

Inflammation of the lacrimal sac, usually caused by a blockage of the nasolacrimal duct is called _____

Answer 11

Dacryocystitis