Eye Pathology Flashcards

1
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cataract

A

clouding of the lens causing decreased vision

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2
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chalazion

A

small, hard, cystic mass (granuloma) on the eyelid

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3
Q

diabetic retinopathy

A

disease of the retina caused by diabetes mellitus

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4
Q

glaucoma

A

increased intraocular pressure results in damage to the retina and optic nerve with loss of vision

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5
Q

hordeolum

A

localized, purulent, inflammatory staphylococcal infection of a sebaceous oil-producing gland in the eyelid

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6
Q

macular degeneration

A

progressive damage to the macula of the retina

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7
Q

nystagmus

A

repetitive rhythmic movements of one or both eyes

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8
Q

retinal detachment

A

two layers of the retina separate from each other

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9
Q

strabismus

A

abnormal deviation of the eye

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