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Revision as of 09:50, 19 December 2011
Background
- Chronic inflammatory lesion due to blockage of Zeis or meibomian tear gland
- Often results from healing hordeolum
Clinical Features
- Eyelid swelling and erythema that evolve into a painless, rubbery, nodular lesion
Treatment
- Hot compresses x15min QID
- Abx are not indicated since it is a granulomatous condition
- Most resolve without intervention in weeks-months
Disposition
- Refer to ophtho if persistent or recurring
See Also
Source
- UpToDate
- Tintinalli