If still present after 6wks, follow up w/ophthalmologist
12. Hordeolum (Stye): - Cause: infection
- Symptoms: tender, painful, swelling
- Location: found at or near an eyelash follicle
- Treatment: warm compress, spontaneous drainage
13. What is blepharitis?: Inflammation/infection of the lid margins (chronic prob- lem)
14. What are the two types of blepharitis?: Seborrheic (non-ulcerative)- due to irritants
Ulcerative - infection of staph or strep
15. What can cause seborrheic blepharitis?: Irritants (smoke, makeup, chemi- cals)
16. What are s/s of seborrheic blepharitis?: Chronic inflammation of eyelid Erythema
Greasy scaling of anterior eyelid Loss of
eyelashes
Seborrheic dermatitis of eyebrows/scalp
17. What are s/s of ulcerative blepharitis?: Itching
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