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What is the cause of acquired distichiasis?
What is the cause of acquired distichiasis?
Where are actinic keratosis lesions commonly found?
Where are actinic keratosis lesions commonly found?
What can actinic keratosis lesions potentially give rise to?
What can actinic keratosis lesions potentially give rise to?
What is the cause of angular blepharitis?
What is the cause of angular blepharitis?
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What is the recommended treatment for angular blepharitis?
What is the recommended treatment for angular blepharitis?
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Study Notes
Eyelid Conditions
- Acquired distichiasis is caused by metaplasia of the epithelial cells of the meibomian gland ducts.
Skin Lesions
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Actinic keratosis lesions are commonly found on sun-exposed areas, particularly on the face, ears, and hands.
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Actinic keratosis lesions have the potential to give rise to squamous cell carcinoma if left untreated. ###Angular Blepharitis
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Angular blepharitis is caused by staphylococcal infection,-demodex infestation, or seborrheic dermatitis.
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The recommended treatment for angular blepharitis includes topical antibiotics, steroid creams, and good eyelid hygiene.
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Test your knowledge about acquired distichiasis, actinic keratosis, and other related eyelid disorders and skin lesions. Learn about their symptoms, causes, and characteristics.
