A lesion resulting from chronic inflammation of the meibomian gland in either the upper or lower lid pointing toward the conjunctival side with no redness or tenderness is called a
a. blepharitis. c. hordeolum.
b. chalazion. d. xanthelasma.
B
A chalazion is a lesion due to chronic inflammation of the meibomian gland in either the upper or lower lid. It generally forms over several weeks and, in many cases, points toward the conjunctival side of the lid (not on the lid margin). There is no redness or tenderness. Blepharitis is inflammation of the lids bilaterally with red rims and scales clinging to both the upper and lower lids. Symptoms include burning, itching, tearing, and some pain. Blepharitis occurs with staphylococcal infection or seborrheic dermatitis. Hordeolum is a localized staphylococcal infection of the hair follicles at the lid margin. It is tender, red, and inflamed. The patient complains of pruritus. Xanthelasma is a raised, yellowish, nonpainful plaque on the eyelids near the inner canthus. Possible etiology is a lipid disorder, specifically, hypercholesterolemia.
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