18 Questions
What is the pathophysiology of chalazion?
Retained sebaceous secretion from the meibomian gland
Which age group is more commonly affected by chalazion?
Adults 30-50 years
What is the typical presentation of external hordeolum (stye)?
Tender swelling in the lid margin
What is the most common cause of external hordeolum (stye)?
Staphylococcus aureus infection
Which treatment option is appropriate for chalazion close to the lacrimal punctum?
Steroid injection
What is the underlying cause of trichiasis?
Misdirection of eyelash growth
What is a Chalazion also known as?
Meibomian cyst
Which condition results from the occlusion of pilosebaceous units?
Milia
What is the yellowish subcutaneous plaque called?
Xanthelasma
Which non-malignant lid lesion involves the implantation of epidermis into dermis following trauma or surgery?
Epidermal inclusion cyst
What does a pilar cyst contain?
Keratin & sebum within dilated orifice of hair follicles
Which condition involves a proliferation of varying-sized vessels in the dermis and subcutaneous tissue?
Capillary haemangioma
What is the primary reason for ectropion in patients with ipsilateral facial nerve palsy?
Paralytic involvement of the facial nerve
Which condition is characterized by the abnormal inward turning of eyelashes?
Herpes zoster ophthalmicus
What is the treatment option for trichiasis involving the use of electricity to remove eyelashes?
Electrolysis
Which type of ectropion affects individuals with scarring or contracture of skin and underlying tissues?
Cicatricial ectropion
What intervention involves using laser technology to correct trichiasis?
Laser ablation
Which condition presents with red eye, epiphora, and keratinization of the palpebral conjunctiva?
Ectropion
Learn about common eye lid lesions like chalazion, stye, trichiasis, ectropion, and entropion. This quiz covers the anatomy of the eye lid, examples of malignant and non-malignant lesions, and how to diagnose and manage conditions like chalazion and stye.
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