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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Trichiasis | |||
| synonyms = | |||
| pronunciation = | |||
| specialty = [[Ophthalmology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Eye irritation]], [[redness]], [[tearing]], [[sensitivity to light]] | |||
| complications = [[Corneal abrasion]], [[corneal ulcer]], [[infection]] | |||
| onset = | |||
| duration = | |||
| types = | |||
| causes = [[Chronic blepharitis]], [[Trachoma]], [[Entropion]], [[Eyelid trauma]] | |||
| risks = | |||
| diagnosis = [[Slit-lamp examination]], [[Eyelid examination]] | |||
| differential = [[Distichiasis]], [[Entropion]], [[Blepharitis]] | |||
| prevention = | |||
| treatment = [[Epilation]], [[Electrolysis]], [[Cryotherapy]], [[Surgery]] | |||
| medication = [[Lubricating eye drops]], [[Antibiotic ointment]] | |||
| prognosis = | |||
| frequency = | |||
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'''Trichiasis''' is a medical condition where the eyelashes grow inwards towards the eye, causing discomfort and potentially damaging the eye. This condition can affect one or both eyes, and can occur at any age. Trichiasis can be caused by a variety of factors, including eye infections, inflammation, trauma, or certain systemic diseases. | '''Trichiasis''' is a medical condition where the eyelashes grow inwards towards the eye, causing discomfort and potentially damaging the eye. This condition can affect one or both eyes, and can occur at any age. Trichiasis can be caused by a variety of factors, including eye infections, inflammation, trauma, or certain systemic diseases. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Trichiasis can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | Trichiasis can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | ||
* [[Eye infections]]: Certain eye infections can cause inflammation and scarring of the eyelid, leading to trichiasis. | * [[Eye infections]]: Certain eye infections can cause inflammation and scarring of the eyelid, leading to trichiasis. | ||
* [[Inflammation]]: Inflammatory conditions such as [[blepharitis]] can cause the eyelashes to grow inwards. | * [[Inflammation]]: Inflammatory conditions such as [[blepharitis]] can cause the eyelashes to grow inwards. | ||
* [[Trauma]]: Injury to the eye or eyelid can cause scarring and abnormal growth of the eyelashes. | * [[Trauma]]: Injury to the eye or eyelid can cause scarring and abnormal growth of the eyelashes. | ||
* [[Systemic diseases]]: Certain systemic diseases, such as [[Stevens-Johnson syndrome]], can cause trichiasis. | * [[Systemic diseases]]: Certain systemic diseases, such as [[Stevens-Johnson syndrome]], can cause trichiasis. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of trichiasis can vary depending on the severity of the condition, but may include: | The symptoms of trichiasis can vary depending on the severity of the condition, but may include: | ||
* [[Eye irritation]] or discomfort | * [[Eye irritation]] or discomfort | ||
* [[Redness]] of the eye | * [[Redness]] of the eye | ||
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* [[Blurred vision]] | * [[Blurred vision]] | ||
* [[Sensitivity to light]] | * [[Sensitivity to light]] | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for trichiasis typically involves removing the in-growing eyelashes, or redirecting their growth away from the eye. This can be done through a variety of methods, including: | Treatment for trichiasis typically involves removing the in-growing eyelashes, or redirecting their growth away from the eye. This can be done through a variety of methods, including: | ||
* [[Epilation]]: This is a temporary solution where the in-growing eyelashes are plucked out. | * [[Epilation]]: This is a temporary solution where the in-growing eyelashes are plucked out. | ||
* [[Electrolysis]]: This involves using an electric current to destroy the hair follicle, preventing the eyelash from growing back. | * [[Electrolysis]]: This involves using an electric current to destroy the hair follicle, preventing the eyelash from growing back. | ||
* [[Cryotherapy]]: This involves freezing the hair follicle to prevent the eyelash from growing back. | * [[Cryotherapy]]: This involves freezing the hair follicle to prevent the eyelash from growing back. | ||
* [[Surgery]]: In severe cases, surgery may be required to remove the hair follicle or to redirect the growth of the eyelashes. | * [[Surgery]]: In severe cases, surgery may be required to remove the hair follicle or to redirect the growth of the eyelashes. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Blepharitis]] | * [[Blepharitis]] | ||
* [[Stevens-Johnson syndrome]] | * [[Stevens-Johnson syndrome]] | ||
* [[Eye disorders]] | * [[Eye disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Eye disorders]] | [[Category:Eye disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Ophthalmology]] | [[Category:Ophthalmology]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 02:19, 4 April 2025
| Trichiasis | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Ophthalmology |
| Symptoms | Eye irritation, redness, tearing, sensitivity to light |
| Complications | Corneal abrasion, corneal ulcer, infection |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | |
| Causes | Chronic blepharitis, Trachoma, Entropion, Eyelid trauma |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Slit-lamp examination, Eyelid examination |
| Differential diagnosis | Distichiasis, Entropion, Blepharitis |
| Prevention | |
| Treatment | Epilation, Electrolysis, Cryotherapy, Surgery |
| Medication | Lubricating eye drops, Antibiotic ointment |
| Prognosis | |
| Frequency | |
| Deaths | N/A |
Trichiasis is a medical condition where the eyelashes grow inwards towards the eye, causing discomfort and potentially damaging the eye. This condition can affect one or both eyes, and can occur at any age. Trichiasis can be caused by a variety of factors, including eye infections, inflammation, trauma, or certain systemic diseases.
Causes[edit]
Trichiasis can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Eye infections: Certain eye infections can cause inflammation and scarring of the eyelid, leading to trichiasis.
- Inflammation: Inflammatory conditions such as blepharitis can cause the eyelashes to grow inwards.
- Trauma: Injury to the eye or eyelid can cause scarring and abnormal growth of the eyelashes.
- Systemic diseases: Certain systemic diseases, such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, can cause trichiasis.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of trichiasis can vary depending on the severity of the condition, but may include:
- Eye irritation or discomfort
- Redness of the eye
- Tearing or watering of the eye
- Blurred vision
- Sensitivity to light
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for trichiasis typically involves removing the in-growing eyelashes, or redirecting their growth away from the eye. This can be done through a variety of methods, including:
- Epilation: This is a temporary solution where the in-growing eyelashes are plucked out.
- Electrolysis: This involves using an electric current to destroy the hair follicle, preventing the eyelash from growing back.
- Cryotherapy: This involves freezing the hair follicle to prevent the eyelash from growing back.
- Surgery: In severe cases, surgery may be required to remove the hair follicle or to redirect the growth of the eyelashes.
