Tag: common eye conditions

  • Hordeolum

    Hordeolum: Understanding, Treatment, and Prevention Hordeolum Definition and Description of Hordeolum Hordeolum, commonly known as a stye, is an acute infection of the sebaceous glands at the base of the eyelashes or within the eyelid. This painful, red bump can be caused by bacterial infection, often linked to Staphylococcus aureus. Hordeolum can occur internally or…

  • Chalazia

    Chalazia: Understanding This Common Eye Condition Chalazia Definition and Description of Chalazia Chalazia, often referred to as meibomian cysts, are small, painless lumps that form on the eyelid due to the blockage of an oil gland. This condition occurs when the meibomian glands, which are responsible for lubricating the eye, become obstructed, leading to the…