Trichiasis

Trichiasis is misdirected eyelashes growing inward and rubbing against the cornea/conjunctiva, often secondary to blepharitis/trachoma/entropion. Clinical: foreign-body sensation, tearing, photophobia, and corneal abrasion/ulceration. Treatment: epilation for isolated lashes; electrolysis/laser/ cryotherapy for recurrent; surgical entropion repair if associated with entropion; lubricate and protect the cornea.

Common Symptoms

Inward-growing lashes; foreign-body sensation/tearing; photophobia; corneal abrasion

Causes and Pathogenesis

Blepharitis/trachoma/entropion distort lash follicles, causing lashes to turn inward.

Treatment

Epilation; electrolysis/laser; surgical entropion repair; lubricate/protect cornea

Preventive Measures

Treat blepharitis/trachoma; protect cornea.

Department to Visit

It is recommended to visit the Ophthalmology department; an appointment can be booked on this platform before the visit.

Warm reminder: The above information is for health science reference only and cannot replace professional medical diagnosis. If you have related symptoms, please seek medical attention at a regular hospital promptly.