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Entropion, Trichiasis

  • See Also
  1. Ectropion
  • Epidemiology
  1. Most often occurs in patients over 50 years old
  • Causes
  1. Weakening of support layers of lower lid
  2. Trachoma (rare in United States)
    1. Results in palpebral Conjunctiva scarring
    2. Can affect both upper and lower lids
  • Symptoms
  1. Asymptomatic unless Trichiasis occurs
  • Signs
  1. Lid turns inward toward globe
  2. Lower lid most often affected
  • Complications
  • Trichiasis
  1. Lash margins turn inward and rub against Cornea
  2. Very symptomatic
  • Management
  1. Surgical repair of Entropion if Trichiasis occurs