Entropion

Entropion is inward turning of the eyelid margin, causing the lashes to rub against the cornea/conjunctiva. Types: involutional (senile), cicatricial, congenital, spastic. Clinical: foreign-body sensation, tearing, photophobia, and corneal abrasion/ulceration if untreated. Treatment: lubrication/corneal protection; surgical correction (everting sutures/Wies procedure) depending on type; treat underlying cause.

Common Symptoms

In-turned lid margin; lashes rubbing eye; foreign-body sensation/tearing; corneal abrasion if untreated

Causes and Pathogenesis

Involutional/cicatricial/congenital/spastic factors turn the lid margin inward, causing trichiasis.

Treatment

Lubricate/protect cornea; surgical eversion; treat underlying cause

Preventive Measures

Surgical correction; 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.