Chapter 5: Diseases and Disorders of the Eye and Ear: Treatment Flashcards

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What is the treatment of Presbyopia

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artificial lenses in eye-glasses or contact leneses or LASIK

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What is the treatment of Nystagmus

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treating underlying cause; Kestenbaum procedure in which eyes are surgically rotated

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What is the treatment of Strabismus

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corrective glasses; surgery; covering one eye to strengthen other eye

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What is the treatment of Hordeolum (Stye)

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warm compresses over a period of days; topical antibiotics; surgicaly drained

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What is the treatment of Chalazion

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disappears spontaneously over a month or two; topical antibiotics; corticosteroids

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What is the treatment of Keratitis

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ointment and eyedrops; antibiotic or antiviral agent

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What is the treatment of Blepharitis

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warm wet compresses and cleansing tof the lids with a mild solution of baby shampoo and water; antibiotic ophthalmic ointments

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What is the treatment of Entropion

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minor surgical procedure

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What is the treatment of Ectropion

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minor surgical procedure

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What is the treatment of Blepharoptosis

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operation to elevate the eyelid position or in myasthenia gravis medication

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What is the treatment of Conjunctivitis

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cold compresses to the eye; topical or systemic antibiotics are prescribed for bacterial

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What is the treatment of Corneal Abrasion or Ulcer

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foreign body removed promptly to prevent further ulceration; antibiotics therapy

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What is the treatment of Episcleritis/Scleritis

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topical steroid eye drops; artificial tears and ointment for palliative care; scleroplasty

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What is the treatment of Cataract

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surgery-phacoemulsification, extracapsular surgery;

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What Is the treatment of Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma

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medication to decrease production of aqueous humor (beta blockers) or increase flow

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What is the treatment of Acute Angle-Closure Glaucoma

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laser iridotomy

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What is the treatment of Macular Degeneration

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no cure known; vitamin supplements of C and E can help slow down deterioration; laser photocoagulation

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What is the treatment Diabetic Retinopathy

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laser photocoagulation; vitrectomy may be necessary

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What is the treatment of Retinal Detachment

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photocoagulation or sugery; for tears cryotherapy is a good addition

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What is the treatment of Uveitis

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specific for type; topical or systemic steroid; cycloplegic agents

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What is the treatment of Exophthalmos

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if caused by hyperthyroidism, underlying disorder needs treatment; surgical decompression of the orbit; systemic steroids

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What is the treatment of Cancer of the Eye

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excision of tumor; eyeball removal; radiation therapy; chemo

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What is the treatment of Impacted Cerumen

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removed first; if on ear canal softened with oily drops or hydrogen peroxide and irrigated

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What is the treatment of Infective Otitis Externa

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clean and free of water; antibiotic or steroid eardrops

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What is the treatment of Swimmer's Ear
clean and dried after swimming; antibiotic or steroid eardrops and systemic antibiotics
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What is the treatment of Otitis Media
analgesics and decongestants; myringotomy if severe;
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What is the treatment of Otosclerosis
stapedectomy; replacement with prosthesis
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What is the treatment of Meniere's Disease
medication to control nausea and vomitting; salt-free diet, diuretics; surgical destruction of labyrinth if serous
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What is the treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
Antihistamines; anticholinergics; exercises where patient turns head side to side may help
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What is the treatment of Labyrinthitis
tranquilizer, antiemetic agent, and antibiotics
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What is the treatment of Ruptured Tympanic Membrane (Ruptured Eardrum)
antibiotic; tympanoplasty
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What is the treatment of Cholesteatoma
removed simply by a cleaning of middle ear cavity if early;
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What is the treatment of Mastoiditis
antibiotic; sulfonamide therapy; surgical mastoidectomy
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What is the treatment of Sensorineural Hearing Loss
steps to prevent further damage; ear protection at concerts, etc.
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What is the treatment of Cancer of the Ear
surgical excision; radiation therapy; nerve graft after excision of neuroma