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Hordeolum

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• November 6, 2023

Hordeolum

Hordeolum is an acute focal infection of eyelid (lash follicles), usually
caused by Staphylococcus aureus.
Risk factor: It usually occurs among children and young
adults with habitual rubbing of the eyes
Two types: It is an acute suppurative inflammation of
lash follicles and its associated glands sciencegajab.com

1. External hordeolum or stye— inflammation of glands
   of Zeis (first image)
2. Internal hordeolum— inflammation of Meibomian
   gland (second image). .
   ● Symptoms include acute pain associated with swelling
   of lid, mild watering and photophobia
   ● Treatment: Includes hot compresses 2–3 times a day,
   evacuation of the pus or surgical incision, antibiotic eye
   drops (3–4 times a day) and systemic analgesics to reduce pain and edema.
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