Friday, February, 10, 2012

Chalazion

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Alternative Names

Meibomian gland lipogranuloma


Symptoms
  • Eyelid tenderness
  • Increased tearing
  • Painful swelling on the eyelid
  • Sensitivity to light

Signs and tests

An exam of the eyelid confirms the diagnosis.

Rarely, the Meibomian gland duct may be blocked by a skin cancer. If this is suspected, you may need a biopsy.


Images

Eye

Review Date: 11/08/2010
Reviewed By: Daniel E. Bustos, MD, MS, Private Practice specializing in Comprehensive Ophthalmology in Eugene, OR. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.

A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)