Entropion
Disease information
Entropion
Entropion
.
Condition of the eyelid (usually lower) who returns to the interior of the eye.
It affects adults over 40 years.
Complications.
Ulceration of the
cornea
by the irritation of the eyelid and eyelashes (could miss the eye)
Forecast.
With the surgery is solved.
Diagnosis and Treatment.
DIAGNOSIS:
History and physical examination by
a
doctor
.
Laboratory tests, such as audiometry and caloric test.
X - rays,
T
.
A
.
C
. or R. M. N. from head to rule out other
diseases
.
TREATMENT:
Initially, medical treatment.
Your
doctor
may place
a
strip of tape on the lower eyelid as
a
temporary measure before surgery.
General Measures.
Apply warm compresses to the eyelids several times
a
day to alleviate inflammation and discomfort.
To prepare towels:
Put warm water in
a
clean container.
Dip
a
clean cloth.
Wring until
almost
dry.
Apply the cloth, warm and humid, the eye closed for 10 to 15 minutes.
Drain and soak the cloth frequently.
Wear safety goggles if they are exposed to the wind or flawed environments.
Medication.
Your
doctor
may prescribe:
Artificial tears until the surgery.
Antibiotics if an
infection
exists.
Activity
.
Without restrictions.
Avoid getting air into the affected eye.
Diet.
Is not accurate.
Tell your
doctor
if:
The following occurs after surgery:
Pain in the eye, redness and photosensitivity.
Experience any
change
in sight.
Causes.
Several factors can cause
entropion
:
Distension of the fabric of support of the eyelid, combined with pressure inside of the eyelid muscles.
Chronic
ocular inflammation (including
allergy
) which produce scar tissue in the eyelid.
Signs and symptoms.
Inflammation of the eye (swelling, redness, pain and tears excess) which occurs when the eyelid and eyelashes turns inward scratch the
cornea
.
Risk Factors.
Age.
Prevention.
Seek medical
attention
for any eye
infection
.
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