Eye 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What is Chalazion
A
chronic inflammation of meibonian gland of the eyelid
2
Q
Chalazion H&M’s
A
gradual onset of nodule that is discrete and movable on the
eyelid that feels like a bead; painless; can enlarge
3
Q
Chalazion tx- what to do if it doesn’t resolve in a few weeks
A
Should resolve – if not in a few weeks, biopsy to rule out squamous cell CA
4
Q
Chalazion tx what to do if it enlarges and affects tx
A
surgical removal