Chapter 5: Diseases and Disorders of the Eye and Ear: Treatment Flashcards
What is the treatment of Presbyopia
artificial lenses in eye-glasses or contact leneses or LASIK
What is the treatment of Nystagmus
treating underlying cause; Kestenbaum procedure in which eyes are surgically rotated
What is the treatment of Strabismus
corrective glasses; surgery; covering one eye to strengthen other eye
What is the treatment of Hordeolum (Stye)
warm compresses over a period of days; topical antibiotics; surgicaly drained
What is the treatment of Chalazion
disappears spontaneously over a month or two; topical antibiotics; corticosteroids
What is the treatment of Keratitis
ointment and eyedrops; antibiotic or antiviral agent
What is the treatment of Blepharitis
warm wet compresses and cleansing tof the lids with a mild solution of baby shampoo and water; antibiotic ophthalmic ointments
What is the treatment of Entropion
minor surgical procedure
What is the treatment of Ectropion
minor surgical procedure
What is the treatment of Blepharoptosis
operation to elevate the eyelid position or in myasthenia gravis medication
What is the treatment of Conjunctivitis
cold compresses to the eye; topical or systemic antibiotics are prescribed for bacterial
What is the treatment of Corneal Abrasion or Ulcer
foreign body removed promptly to prevent further ulceration; antibiotics therapy
What is the treatment of Episcleritis/Scleritis
topical steroid eye drops; artificial tears and ointment for palliative care; scleroplasty
What is the treatment of Cataract
surgery-phacoemulsification, extracapsular surgery;
What Is the treatment of Chronic Open-Angle Glaucoma
medication to decrease production of aqueous humor (beta blockers) or increase flow
What is the treatment of Acute Angle-Closure Glaucoma
laser iridotomy
What is the treatment of Macular Degeneration
no cure known; vitamin supplements of C and E can help slow down deterioration; laser photocoagulation
What is the treatment Diabetic Retinopathy
laser photocoagulation; vitrectomy may be necessary
What is the treatment of Retinal Detachment
photocoagulation or sugery; for tears cryotherapy is a good addition
What is the treatment of Uveitis
specific for type; topical or systemic steroid; cycloplegic agents
What is the treatment of Exophthalmos
if caused by hyperthyroidism, underlying disorder needs treatment; surgical decompression of the orbit; systemic steroids
What is the treatment of Cancer of the Eye
excision of tumor; eyeball removal; radiation therapy; chemo
What is the treatment of Impacted Cerumen
removed first; if on ear canal softened with oily drops or hydrogen peroxide and irrigated
What is the treatment of Infective Otitis Externa
clean and free of water; antibiotic or steroid eardrops
What is the treatment of Swimmer’s Ear
clean and dried after swimming; antibiotic or steroid eardrops and systemic antibiotics
What is the treatment of Otitis Media
analgesics and decongestants; myringotomy if severe;
What is the treatment of Otosclerosis
stapedectomy; replacement with prosthesis
What is the treatment of Meniere’s Disease
medication to control nausea and vomitting; salt-free diet, diuretics; surgical destruction of labyrinth if serous
What is the treatment of Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
Antihistamines; anticholinergics; exercises where patient turns head side to side may help
What is the treatment of Labyrinthitis
tranquilizer, antiemetic agent, and antibiotics
What is the treatment of Ruptured Tympanic Membrane (Ruptured Eardrum)
antibiotic; tympanoplasty
What is the treatment of Cholesteatoma
removed simply by a cleaning of middle ear cavity if early;
What is the treatment of Mastoiditis
antibiotic; sulfonamide therapy; surgical mastoidectomy
What is the treatment of Sensorineural Hearing Loss
steps to prevent further damage; ear protection at concerts, etc.
What is the treatment of Cancer of the Ear
surgical excision; radiation therapy; nerve graft after excision of neuroma
