Cystic eyeball
Cystic eyeball
Cystic eyeball (/ˈsɪstɪk ˈaɪbɔːl/), also known as ocular cyst or eye cyst, is a medical condition characterized by the formation of a fluid-filled sac or pocket, known as a cyst, in or on the eyeball.
Etymology
The term "cystic" is derived from the Greek word "kystis", meaning "bladder" or "pouch", while "eyeball" is a compound word formed from "eye", from the Old English "ēage", and "ball", from the Middle English "bal".
Definition
A cystic eyeball is a condition where a cyst, a closed sac having a distinct membrane and division on the nearby tissue, forms in or on the eyeball. It may contain air, fluids, or semi-solid material. While cysts can occur on any part of the body, in the context of the eye, they can cause visual disturbances and discomfort.
Symptoms
Symptoms of a cystic eyeball may include redness, swelling, pain, and blurred vision. In some cases, the cyst may be visible on the surface of the eye.
Causes
Cysts on the eyeball can be caused by a variety of factors, including injury, inflammation, infection, or certain medical conditions such as dermoid cysts and choroidal cysts.
Treatment
Treatment for a cystic eyeball may involve medication to reduce inflammation and swelling, or in some cases, surgical removal of the cyst.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cystic eyeball
- Wikipedia's article - Cystic eyeball
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