Trichiasis

Trichiasm One of the diseases in ophthalmology is abnormal growth of eyelashes, or more precisely, trichias. This is the name for a condition when the hair follicle does not penetrate into the subcutaneous fatty tissue, which is why the edges of the eyelids are constantly injured. Moreover, inflammation is accompanied by deformation of the cornea due to its constant contact with the hair.

How does abnormal eyelash growth manifest? Trichiasis is considered one of the most common causes of blepharospasm. Typically, trichiasis is unilateral and develops when the eyelid turns outward. Yellow hairs appear on the outer side, disrupting the growth of eyelashes. It is because of them that the movement of the eyeball is disrupted - it is almost impossible to open the eye completely, it will be somewhat spasmed. The extreme position of the eye will resemble the position of a bear. This disease usually occurs in old age. The inward turning of the eyelid is accompanied by a dark tint at the base of the hairs, which contributes to inflammation of the conjunctiva. The patient's vision is impaired, discomfort and pain arise from the light. Patients often turn to an ophthalmologist with complaints of a dry, stuffy nose without a runny nose. The pain can be so severe that the person constantly rubs their eyes. When the eyelids turn inward, the upper eyelid becomes very tense and the conjunctiva develops unevenly. The skin underneath is constantly red and flaky. Pain is also observed in daylight and in the evening. Due to disruption of tissue trophism, an inflammatory process begins in them. The chronic form of the disease requires treatment by a qualified specialist. If symptoms do not go away after taking anti-inflammatory drugs and anti-squint medications, this is a reason to consult a doctor. It is important to remember here that before a diagnosis is made, you cannot treat a sore eye with heat. The patient himself must undergo examination by a gynecologist and neurologist. The diagnosis depends on the appearance of the patient and his complaints. You will need to undergo general blood and urine tests, undergo a CT scan, and have your eye examined by an ophthalmologist. This will allow you to find out where trichiasis appears and the extent of damage to the eye. A tissue biopsy may be needed to rule out a foreign body in the eye and tumors. Trichiasis caused by foreign exposure