Eyelid problems Flashcards
1
Q
common eye lid problems
A
blepharitis: inflammation of the eyelid margins typically leading to a red eye
stye: infection of the glands of the eyelids
chalazion (Meibomian cyst)
entropion: in-turning of the eyelids
ectropion: out-turning of the eyelids
2
Q
types of stye
A
external - hordeolum externum - infection
internal - hordeolum internum - leaves chalazion
3
Q
mx of stye
A
hot compresses
pain relief