Entropion
Objawy

Entropion to schorzenie okulistyczne charakteryzujące się inwersją brzegu powieki, najczęściej dolnej, co prowadzi do tarcia rzęs i skóry powieki o rogówkę. Objawy obejmują uczucie ciała obcego, zaczerwienienie, ból, pieczenie, nadwrażliwość na światło i wiatr, nadmierne łzawienie (epifora) oraz pogorszenie ostrości widzenia, szczególnie w przypadku uszkodzenia rogówki. Entropion występuje częściej u osób starszych, zwłaszcza po 60. roku życia, z przewagą u kobiet, i może mieć charakter okresowy lub stały. Nieleczony entropion prowadzi do powikłań takich jak abrazje, owrzodzenia, zakażenia, bliznowacenie, neowaskularyzacja i ścieńczenie rogówki, a w zaawansowanych przypadkach nawet do perforacji rogówki, co stanowi zagrożenie dla wzroku.

Entropion – definicja

Entropion to schorzenie okulistyczne, w którym brzeg powieki, najczęściej dolnej, jest skierowany do wewnątrz, w stronę gałki ocznej. Stan ten powoduje, że rzęsy i skóra powieki pocierają o rogówkę, wywołując podrażnienie i dyskomfort. Entropion może wystąpić na stałe lub pojawiać się okresowo, np. tylko podczas silnego mrugania lub zaciskania powiek. Choroba ta częściej występuje u osób starszych i zazwyczaj dotyczy dolnej powieki, choć w niektórych przypadkach może również dotyczyć powieki górnej.12

Występowanie entropionu zwiększa się wraz z wiekiem pacjenta. Obustronne występowanie choroby jest trzy razy częstsze niż jednostronne. Uważa się, że entropion występuje częściej u kobiet niż u mężczyzn, ponieważ kobiety mają zwykle mniejsze płytki tarczkowe niż mężczyźni.1

Objawy entropionu

Objawy entropionu wynikają z tarcia rzęs i zewnętrznej powierzchni powieki o powierzchnię oka. Pacjenci z entropionem mogą doświadczać różnych objawów, które początkowo mogą być sporadyczne, ale z czasem zwykle stają się stałe.12

Dyskomfort i ból

Jednym z najbardziej charakterystycznych objawów entropionu jest uczucie obecności ciała obcego w oku. Pacjenci często zgłaszają wrażenie, że coś znajduje się w ich oku, co powoduje nieustanny dyskomfort. Podrażnienie może być łagodne lub nasilone, prowadząc do bólu oka i uczucia pieczenia. Ciągłe tarcie rzęs o rogówkę może wywołać ostry ból, który z czasem się nasila.123

Objawy wizualne

Entropion może prowadzić do różnych objawów wizualnych, które mogą wpływać na jakość widzenia pacjenta:

  • Zaczerwienienie oka – spowodowane zapaleniem i podrażnieniem12
  • Nadwrażliwość na światło (fotofobia) i wiatr12
  • Pogorszenie ostrości widzenia – szczególnie jeśli rogówka została uszkodzona12
  • Niewyraźne widzenie spowodowane uszkodzeniem rogówki1

Nadmierne łzawienie i wydzielina

W odpowiedzi na podrażnienie spowodowane entropionem, oko może produkować zwiększoną ilość łez w próbie wypłukania podrażnień i utrzymania wilgotności rogówki. Objawy związane z łzawieniem i wydzieliną obejmują:

  • Nadmierne łzawienie (epifora)12
  • Lepka lub ropna wydzielina, która może rozwijać się, jeśli podrażnienie prowadzi do wtórnego zakażenia bakteryjnego1
  • Tworzenie się strupów na brzegach powiek12

Pacjenci cierpiący na entropion często zgłaszają, że ich oko jest stale wilgotne, a łzy mogą spływać po twarzy.1

Progresja choroby

Entropion to schorzenie, które zwykle ulega progresji, jeśli nie jest leczone. Początkowo objawy mogą być okresowe i łagodne, ale z czasem stają się coraz bardziej stałe i uciążliwe.12

Wczesne stadium choroby

We wczesnym stadium entropionu pacjenci mogą doświadczać tylko sporadycznych objawów, które występują podczas silnego mrugania lub zaciskania powiek. Typowe objawy wczesnego stadium choroby to:

  • Okresowe uczucie ciała obcego w oku1
  • Łagodne podrażnienie oka1
  • Okresowe łzawienie1
  • Łagodne zaczerwienienie oka1

Na tym etapie entropion może być trudny do zdiagnozowania, ponieważ podwinięcie powieki może nie być widoczne w trakcie rutynowego badania. Kluczowe wskazówki sugerujące obecność okresowego entropionu to przerywane uczucie ciała obcego w oku oraz punktowa keratopatia centralna.1

Zaawansowane stadium choroby

Jeśli entropion nie jest leczony, choroba postępuje do bardziej zaawansowanego stadium, gdzie objawy stają się stałe i nasilone. W zaawansowanym stadium entropionu występują:

Potencjalne powikłania

Nieleczony entropion może prowadzić do poważnych powikłań, które mogą zagrażać wzrokowi. Do najczęstszych powikłań należą:

  • Abrazje rogówki (otarcia) – powodujące podrażnienie oka, łzawienie i zaczerwienienie12
  • Owrzodzenia rogówki – prowadzące do bardziej znaczących objawów, takich jak niewyraźne widzenie, nasilony ból, wrażliwość na światło i silne łzawienie123
  • Zakażenia oka12
  • Bliznowacenie rogówki12
  • Neowaskularyzacja rogówki (tworzenie się nowych naczyń krwionośnych)1
  • Ścieńczenie rogówki1
  • Trwała utrata wzroku123

W zaawansowanych przypadkach istnieje nawet ryzyko perforacji rogówki, co wymaga natychmiastowego leczenia.1

Czynniki wpływające na progresję

Przebieg entropionu i szybkość progresji choroby mogą być zależne od różnych czynników. Do najważniejszych czynników wpływających na rozwój entropionu należą:

Czynniki wiekowe

Entropion involucyjny, najczęstszy typ entropionu, występuje głównie u osób starszych, szczególnie po 60. roku życia. Wraz z wiekiem następują zmiany w strukturze powieki, które mogą prowadzić do entropionu:12

  • Poziome rozluźnienie dolnej powieki1
  • Odłączenie lub osłabienie mięśni cofających powiekę i powięzi palpebralnej1
  • Pionowa niestabilność powieki wynikająca z nakładania się mięśnia okrężnego oka przed przegrodą1
  • Ogólne wiotczenie skóry i tkanek miękkich powiek1

Stany zapalne i zakaźne

Stany zapalne i zakaźne mogą przyspieszać progresję entropionu lub prowadzić do jego rozwoju. Do czynników zapalnych i zakaźnych wpływających na przebieg entropionu należą:

Jeśli stan zapalny lub zakażenie nie są kontrolowane, rokowanie jest gorsze i stan może często postępować.1

Cykle pogorszenia objawów

Entropion może prowadzić do cyklu podrażnienia oka, który nasila się z czasem. Proces ten przebiega następująco:

  • Podwinięta powieka powoduje podrażnienie gałki ocznej12
  • Podrażnienie prowadzi do zaciskania powiek jako reakcji obronnej12
  • Zaciskanie powiek nasila entropion12
  • Nasilony entropion powoduje większe podrażnienie12
  • Cykl się powtarza, prowadząc do progresji choroby12

Ten mechanizm sprzężenia zwrotnego może znacznie przyspieszać postęp choroby, jeśli nie zostanie przerwany przez odpowiednie leczenie.1

Leczenie i rokowanie

Leczenie entropionu jest kluczowe dla zapobiegania poważnym powikłaniom i poprawy jakości życia pacjenta. Dostępne są zarówno tymczasowe, jak i trwałe metody leczenia.12

Metody tymczasowe

Metody tymczasowe mogą pomóc złagodzić objawy entropionu, ale zwykle nie rozwiązują problemu na stałe:

  • Sztuczne łzy i maści nawilżające – mogą pomóc złagodzić objawy podrażnienia12
  • Oklejanie brzegu powieki taśmą – może dać tymczasową ulgę, odciągając powiekę od powierzchni oka1
  • Usunięcie rzęs – może zmniejszyć podrażnienie spowodowane tarciem rzęs o rogówkę1
  • Założenie soczewki kontaktowej opatrunkowej – może chronić powierzchnię oka przed kontaktem z rzęsami1

Leczenie chirurgiczne

Leczenie chirurgiczne jest zwykle konieczne do trwałego skorygowania entropionu. Operacja entropionu zazwyczaj rozwiązuje problem, a choroba rzadko nawraca.12

  • Zabieg chirurgiczny przywraca normalną anatomię powieki i może zapobiec uszkodzeniu oka1
  • Po zabiegu pacjenci zwykle zauważają niemal natychmiastową ulgę w objawach12
  • Dyskomfort, uczucie ciała obcego, łzawienie i wydzielina śluzowa zwykle ustępują w krótkim czasie po operacji12

Rokowanie

Rokowanie w przypadku entropionu jest zazwyczaj dobre, jeśli choroba zostanie wcześnie zdiagnozowana i leczona:

  • Większość pacjentów, którzy otrzymują leczenie zanim entropion spowoduje uszkodzenie oka, ma dobry rezultat12
  • Operacja entropionu zwykle rozwiązuje problem, a choroba rzadko nawraca12
  • Wcześniejsza diagnoza i leczenie entropionu jest kluczowe dla zapobiegania zakażeniom, zadrapaniom rogówki lub utracie wzroku1

W niektórych przypadkach entropion może nawracać z czasem, szczególnie u osób starszych, gdy skóra i tkanki miękkie powiek nadal wiotczeją.123

Kiedy szukać pomocy medycznej

Ważne jest, aby wiedzieć, kiedy należy szukać pomocy medycznej w przypadku entropionu, aby zapobiec poważnym powikłaniom i uszkodzeniu wzroku.12

Objawy wymagające pilnej konsultacji

Należy natychmiast skontaktować się z lekarzem w przypadku zdiagnozowanego entropionu i wystąpienia następujących objawów:

  • Szybko narastające zaczerwienienie oczu123
  • Nasilony ból oka123
  • Zwiększona wrażliwość na światło123
  • Pogarszająca się ostrość widzenia123

Są to objawy wskazujące na potencjalne uszkodzenie rogówki, które wymaga natychmiastowej interwencji medycznej, aby zapobiec trwałej utracie wzroku.1

Objawy wymagające planowej konsultacji

Należy umówić się na wizytę u lekarza, jeśli występują następujące objawy:

  • Stałe uczucie obecności ciała obcego w oku12
  • Zauważalne podwinięcie rzęs w kierunku oka12
  • Przewlekłe podrażnienie oka1
  • Nadmierne łzawienie1
  • Przewlekłe zaczerwienienie oka1

Jeśli entropion pozostanie zbyt długo nieleczony, może spowodować trwałe uszkodzenie oka, dlatego ważne jest, aby nie ignorować tych objawów.12

Podsumowanie objawów entropionu

Entropion to poważny stan okulistyczny, który wymaga odpowiedniego leczenia. Główne objawy entropionu obejmują:

  • Uczucie ciała obcego w oku1
  • Zaczerwienienie oka1
  • Podrażnienie lub ból oka1
  • Nadwrażliwość na światło i wiatr1
  • Nadmierne łzawienie1
  • Wydzielina śluzowa i tworzenie się strupów na powiece1
  • Pogorszenie ostrości widzenia, szczególnie jeśli rogówka została uszkodzona1

Wczesne rozpoznanie i leczenie entropionu jest kluczowe dla zapobiegania poważnym powikłaniom, takim jak zakażenia oka, bliznowacenie rogówki i utrata wzroku.123

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Materiały źródłowe

  • #1 Entropion – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic
    https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/entropion/symptoms-causes/syc-20351125
    Entropion is a condition in which your eyelid, usually the lower one, is turned inward so that your eyelashes rub against your eyeball, causing discomfort. […] When you have entropion, your eyelid may be turned in all the time or only when you blink hard or squeeze your eyelids shut. Entropion is more common in older adults, and it generally affects only the lower eyelid. […] The signs and symptoms of entropion result from the friction of your eyelashes and outer eyelid against the surface of your eye. You may experience: The feeling that something is in your eye, Eye redness, Eye irritation or pain, Sensitivity to light and wind, Watery eyes (excessive tearing), Mucous discharge and eyelid crusting. […] Seek immediate care if you have received a diagnosis of entropion and you experience: Rapidly increasing redness in your eyes, Pain, Sensitivity to light, Decreasing vision. […] Make an appointment to see your doctor if you feel like you constantly have something in your eye or you notice that some of your eyelashes seem to be turning in toward your eye. If you leave entropion untreated for too long, it can cause permanent damage to your eye.
  • #1 Entropion – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470352/
    Entropion is an inversion or inward turning of the eyelid margin. This can result in trichiasis, where the eyelashes are directed posteriorly toward the globe. It is one of the most common eyelid malpositions. This malposition can cause corneal and conjunctival damage leading to corneal abrasions, scarring, corneal thinning, or corneal neovascularization. Entropion may be unilateral or bilateral. There are four types of entropion: congenital, involutional, acute spastic, and cicatricial. Lower eyelids are often involutional while the upper eyelid is cicatricial. Lower eyelid entropion is much more common than upper eyelid entropion. […] The older an individual is, the greater the chances of developing an entropion. Bilateral disease is three times more common than unilateral. Entropion is thought to occur more frequently in women than men, as women tend to have smaller tarsal plates than men.
  • #1 Entropion: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Surgery
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17880-entropion
    Entropion causes many uncomfortable symptoms in your eye, including: […] When you first develop entropion, you may only notice occasional symptoms. But over time, the symptoms usually become constant. […] Most people who receive treatment for entropion before it causes eye damage have a good outcome. Entropion surgery usually resolves the problem, and the condition rarely returns. […] It’s important to treat entropion to avoid complications that may become permanent. Complications associated with an inward-turning eyelid include: Eye infections, Corneal abrasions (scratches), Vision loss.
  • #1 Entropion: MedlinePlus Medical EncyclopediaLock
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001008.htm
    Entropion is the turning in of an edge of an eyelid. This causes the lashes to rub against the eye. It most often is seen on the lower eyelid. […] Symptoms include: Decreased vision if the cornea is damaged, Excessive tearing, Eye discomfort or pain, Eye irritation, Redness. […] The outlook is most often good if the condition is treated before eye damage occurs.
  • #1 Eyelid – Entropion – European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
    https://www.esoprs.eu/for-patients/information/eyelid-entropion/
    Entropion refers to a condition in which the margin of the upper or lower eyelid turns in on itself towards the surface of the eye. Mild entropion may cause occasional irritation, whilst severe entropion may be sight-threatening. […] An entropic eyelid irritates the eyeball, and can lead to a cycle of ocular irritation, eyelid squeezing, and further entropion. Thus, symptoms of upper lid entropion include ocular irritation, watering, redness, and sore eyes. […] Untreated upper lid entropion carries a significant risk of injury to the cornea, which is the front window of the eye. Complications of upper lid entropion include the following: Corneal abrasions (causing ocular irritation, watering and redness) and Corneal ulcers (leading to more significant symptoms, which can include blurred vision, increased pain, sensitivity to light, and severe watering).
  • #1 Entropion and Ectropion Eye Issues – Symptoms Causes and Effective Care
    https://neoretina.com/blog/entropion-and-ectropion-eye-issues-symptoms-care/
    The chronic irritation from the rubbing eyelashes leads to inflammation of the affected eye. This inflammation manifests as redness due to dilated blood vessels in the conjunctiva (the thin membrane covering the white part of the eye and the inside of the eyelids). Swelling, or oedema, can also occur in the eyelid itself, causing it to appear puffy and inflamed. This redness and swelling can further contribute to discomfort and may interfere with the normal functioning of the eye. […] In response to the irritation caused by entropion, the eye may produce an increased amount of tears in an attempt to flush out irritants and keep the cornea moist. This excessive tearing can result in a constant watery discharge that might spill over the eyelids and cause a wet or teary appearance. Additionally, a sticky or purulent discharge may develop if the irritation leads to a secondary bacterial infection. This discharge can cause crusting around the eyelid margins, further exacerbating discomfort and hygiene concerns.
  • #1
    https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Health/aftercareinformation/pages/conditions.aspx?hwid=abq7361
    When you have entropion, you may have a hard time closing your eye fully. You may feel eye pain. You may also feel like there is something in your eye. Your eye may feel dry. Or you may have watery eyes or tears that may run down your face. […] Entropion is often caused by aging. As people get older, the skin can sag. The muscles that control the eyelids weaken. Other causes include infection or an injury to the nerves that control the muscles in the eyelids.
  • #1 Entropion: Types, Surgery, Prognosis, and More
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/what-is-entropion-5186015
    Entropion is a condition in which the eyelid, usually the lower one, turns inward toward the eye. As a result, entropion can cause the eyelashes to rub against the front of the eye (cornea). This can lead to several uncomfortable symptoms, from pain to blurry vision and infection. […] At first, people with entropion might only have occasional symptoms. However, if the condition is not treated, the symptoms tend to become more consistent over time. […] Possible symptoms of entropion include: Decreased vision (if the cornea is damaged), Excessive tears, Eye discomfort or pain, Eye irritation, Redness. […] If it is not treated, entropion can lead to eye infections or vision loss. People who have symptoms or are at risk for complications usually need to have surgery to correct entropion. Surgery tends to fix the condition immediately.
  • #1 Uncovering intermittent entropion
    https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3581359/
    Intermittent entropion may go unnoticed by both patient and physician, in some instances resulting in ocular surface disorders. […] The main complaint of intermittent entropion is an intermittent foreign-body sensation in the eye, with or without the perception of the eyelid margin inversion. A mild ptosis of the upper eyelid and a small preseptal swelling of the lower eyelid are usually present. […] The important clues for suspicion of intermittent entropion are an intermittent foreign-body sensation in the eye accompanied with central punctate keratopathy. […] The common denominator of both cases is an intermittent entropion which could not be detected by the conventional clinical work-up.
  • #1 Entropion | Healthify
    https://healthify.nz/health-a-z/e/entropion
    Entropion is a condition where your eyelid folds in towards your eye. This causes your eyelashes to rub against your eye causing irritation. […] Symptoms include watery eyes, crusting of the eyelid, leakage of eye mucus and a feeling that something is in your eye. […] The main symptoms of entropion are: watery eyes, red eyes, eye pain, crusting of your eyelid, leakage of eye mucus, irritation of your cornea (the front of your eye), problems with your vision, feeling that something is in your eye, sensitivity to light and wind. […] If its not treated, entropion can increase the risk of damage to your cornea, eye infections and loss of vision.
  • #1 Entropion and Ectropion Eye Issues – Symptoms Causes and Effective Care
    https://neoretina.com/blog/entropion-and-ectropion-eye-issues-symptoms-care/
    The irritation and damage to the corneal surface can lead to increased sensitivity to light, known as photophobia. The cornea is a key component in focusing light onto the retina, and when it is irritated or damaged, it can become overly sensitive to light exposure. This sensitivity can result in discomfort or pain when exposed to bright lights or sunlight, making everyday activities like reading or driving difficult. Photophobia often accompanies the other symptoms and can significantly impact your overall quality of life. […] Both entropion and ectropion can lead to serious complications if not treated promptly. These include corneal damage, infections, and chronic discomfort.
  • #1 Entropion – EyeWiki
    https://eyewiki.org/Entropion
    Entropion is an inward turning of the eyelid margin and appendages such that the pilosebaceous unit and mucocutaneous junction are directed posteriorly towards the cornea and ocular surface. […] Inward turning of the eyelid margin can cause corneal and conjunctival damage leading to corneal stromal abrasion, scarring, corneal thinning and corneal neovascularization. In advanced cases, there is even a risk of corneal ulcer and perforation hence necessitating prompt management. […] Patients with entropion tend to present with complaints of foreign body sensation, redness, tearing and discharge. Symptoms may be intermittent depending on etiology. […] Dry eye syndrome is present in 72.1% patients, and punctate epithelial erosions are noted in 61.9%. […] In some patients, visual symptoms in down gaze, from absence of synkinetic lower eyelid margin movement may be the presenting feature.
  • #1 A Clinical Guide to Entropion
    https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/clinical-guide-to-entropion/
    Presenting symptoms of entropion include foreign body sensation, tearing, red eye, and irritation. Other symptoms that may also be present include photophobia, blurry vision, and burning eye sensation. Progressive age-related changes can lead to loss of adequate tone and laxity, which are structural changes characteristic of entropion. Its prevalence increases with age and is more common in women. Unilateral occurrence of entropion is less likely than bilateral presentation. […] Involutional entropion is the most common form of entropion and appears in advancing age, especially in patients who are 60 years and older. Age-related changes most commonly leading to the development of involutional entropion include horizontal lower eyelid laxity, disinsertion or attenuation of the eyelid retractor muscles and capsulopalpebral fascia, and vertical eyelid instability resulting from overriding of the preseptal orbicularis muscle.
  • #1 Entropion and ectropion repair | healthdirect
    https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/surgery/entropion-and-ectropion-repair
    Entropion and ectropion are conditions that affect your eyelid. […] With entropion, your eyelid turns in and causes your eyelashes to rub against the cornea (the clear, dome-shaped outer layer at the front of your eye). […] Your eyelid should be in a better position and your symptoms should improve. […] The results of an entropion or ectropion repair last for a long time. However, as you get older your skin and soft tissues of your eyelids will continue to slacken and the problem may come back. […] An entropion or ectropion repair is an operation to correct an eyelid that turns in or turns out. The operation should improve symptoms caused by entropion or ectropion.
  • #1 A Clinical Guide to Entropion
    https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/clinical-guide-to-entropion/
    Spastic entropion development involves the orbicularis oculi muscle. The presence of edema can cause the Riolan muscle to spasm. When this muscle spasms, the development of spastic entropion can occur. […] Congenital entropion is caused by abnormal eyelid development. It is a condition that appears prior to 6 months of life. […] Cicatricial entropion can develop secondary to a history or presence of infections, such as trachoma, inflammatory diseases such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, chemical and thermal burn, autoimmune diseases such as ocular cicatricial pemphigoid, and other eye conditions.
  • #1 Entropion – Wikipedia
    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Entropion
    Entropion is a medical condition in which the eyelid (usually the lower lid) folds inward. It is very uncomfortable, as the eyelashes continuously rub against the cornea causing irritation. […] Symptoms of entropion include: Redness and pain around the eye, Sensitivity to light and wind, Sagging skin around the eye, Eye watering, Decreased vision, especially if the cornea is damaged. […] When entropion occurs in both eyes, this is known as „bilateral entropion”. Repeated cases of trachoma infection may cause scarring of the inner eyelid, which may cause entropion.
  • #1 Entropion – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470352/
    Signs and symptoms can often include symptoms of eye redness and pain, sensitivity to light and wind, sagging of skin around the eye, epiphora, ocular irritation and decreased vision, especially if the cornea is damaged. […] If inflammation or infection are not controlled, the prognosis is worse and can often progress.
  • #1 Entropion of the upper and lower eyelids – BOPSS :
    https://www.bopss.co.uk/public-information/common-conditions/entropion-of-the-upper-and-lower-eyelids/
    An entropic eyelid irritates the eyeball, and can lead to a cycle of ocular irritation, eyelid squeezing, and further entropion. Thus, symptoms of upper lid entropion include ocular irritation, watering, redness, and sore eyes. […] Untreated upper lid entropion carries a significant risk of injury to the cornea, which is the front window of the eye. Complications of upper lid entropion include the following: Corneal abrasions (causing ocular irritation, watering and redness) Corneal ulcers (leading to more significant symptoms, which can include blurred vision, increased pain, sensitivity to light, and severe watering)
  • #1 Entropion – Find a specialist & information
    https://www.leading-medicine-guide.com/en/illness/malformation/entropion
    If the eyelid is turned inwards, the eyelashes drag across the sensitive surface of the eye with every blink. As a result, many sufferers experience a foreign body sensation in the eye. […] This constant irritation can lead to chronic inflammation of the conjunctiva. Complaints that are typical of entropion: Increased watery eyes, high sensitivity to light, redness of the affected eye. […] However, this exacerbates the symptoms, which in turn worsens the eyelid spasm. […] The cornea can also be affected by entropion. […] Minor injuries caused by a blink can lead to punctual defects in the cornea. […] Ultimately, this results in scars, into which blood vessels often grow, which significantly impairs vision. […] In most cases, entropion progresses well if adequate and timely treatment is carried out. […] If left untreated, it can lead to chronic irritation of the cornea. This can cause damage to the cornea with associated ulcers, inflammation and scarring and scarring. This in turn can impair vision and even lead to blindness.
  • #1
    https://www.sunshineeyesurgeons.com.au/entropion
    Entropion is a condition in which your eyelid turns inward so that your eyelashes and skin rub against the eye surface. This causes irritation and discomfort. […] When you have entropion, your eyelid may be turned in all the time or only when you blink hard or squeeze your eyelids shut. Entropion is more common in older adults, and it generally affects only the lower eyelid. […] Artificial tears and lubricating ointments can help relieve symptoms of entropion. But usually surgery is needed to fully correct the condition. Left untreated, entropion can cause damage to the transparent covering in the front part of your eye (cornea), eye infections and vision loss. […] The signs and symptoms of entropion result from the friction of your eyelashes and outer eyelid against the surface of your eye. You may experience: The feeling that something is in your eye, Eye redness, Eye irritation or pain, Sensitivity to light and wind, Watery eyes (excessive tearing), Decreased vision.
  • #1 Entropion and Ectropion – Eye Disorders – Merck Manual Consumer Version
    https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/eye-disorders/eyelid-and-tearing-disorders/entropion-and-ectropion
    Both entropion and ectropion can irritate the eyes, causing a feeling that something is in the eye (foreign body sensation), watering, and redness. […] If the edge of one eyelid turns inward (entropion), the eyelashes rub against the eye, which can lead to ulcer formation and scarring of the cornea. […] In people with entropion or ectropion, artificial tears and eye lubricant ointments (for use overnight) can be used to keep the eye moist and soothe the irritation.
  • #1 Entropion – College of Optometrists
    https://www.college-optometrists.org/clinical-guidance/clinical-management-guidelines/entropion
    Entropion is the inward rotation of the tarsus and lid margin so that the lashes come into contact with the ocular surface. […] The affected eye becomes irritable, red and watery, and vision may be blurred. […] Taping the edge of the eyelid to the skin of the cheek may give temporary relief, as may the removal of lashes or the fitting of a bandage contact lens to protect the eye surface from contact with the eyelashes.
  • #1 Entropion – Ophthalmic Consultants of Vermont
    https://ocvermont.com/eyelid-surgery/entropion/
    Entropion is a condition where the eyelids turn inward. Patients with entropion complain of a foreign body sensation, due to eyelashes rubbing against the eye; their eyes are often red and irritated. If left untreated, entropion can predispose patients to sight-threatening corneal infections and scarring. […] Although the irritation associated with entropion can be temporarily managed with artificial tears or other lubricants, and eyelid taping, surgical repair restores the eyelids normal anatomy and can prevent damage to the eye.
  • #1 Treat Inward-Turning Eyelids for Eye Comfort in Tampa, FL – Entropion Repair at The Mack Cosmetic Center
    https://mackmd.com/facial-surgical-procedures-tampa/entropion/
    Symptoms from entropion could include eye irritation, foreign body sensation, tearing, mucus discharge, crusting, corneal scarring, and even impaired vision. […] Following surgical correction of entropion surgery by Dr. Mack, the patient will notice almost immediate relief of their symptoms (foreign body sensation, irritation, tearing, and mucus discharge) as the lower eyelid is returned to its natural anatomic position where the lashes are not rubbing on the eye. Oftentimes, these patients have suffered from this condition for many weeks or even months, and they are very pleased with the relief of their symptoms.
  • #1 Entropion: Types, Surgery, Prognosis, and More
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/what-is-entropion-5186015
    The prognosis for most cases of entropion is typically good. Once eyelid surgery is performed, a person’s symptoms usually go away immediately and the condition does not come back. […] Early diagnosis and treatment of entropion is key to preventing infection, a corneal scratch, or vision loss. […] Some people do not have symptoms; however, the longer a person delays treatment, the more likely they are to develop symptoms and complications, which can include vision loss.
  • #1 What is Entropion? – Optometrists.org
    https://www.optometrists.org/general-practice-optometry/guide-to-eye-conditions/dry-eye/eyelid-conditions/what-is-entropion/
    Entropion poses a risk to the cornea and can lead to ocular damage, infection and permanent vision loss, if left untreated. […] Seek emergency care if you have entropion and you experience any of the following symptoms: Sudden vision loss, Light sensitivity, Increasing redness in your eyes. […] These are signs that your cornea may be at risk. Immediate medical attention is crucial to prevent permanent vision loss.
  • #2 Entropion – StatPearls – NCBI Bookshelf
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK470352/
    Entropion is an inversion or inward turning of the eyelid margin. This can result in trichiasis, where the eyelashes are directed posteriorly toward the globe. It is one of the most common eyelid malpositions. This malposition can cause corneal and conjunctival damage leading to corneal abrasions, scarring, corneal thinning, or corneal neovascularization. Entropion may be unilateral or bilateral. There are four types of entropion: congenital, involutional, acute spastic, and cicatricial. Lower eyelids are often involutional while the upper eyelid is cicatricial. Lower eyelid entropion is much more common than upper eyelid entropion. […] The older an individual is, the greater the chances of developing an entropion. Bilateral disease is three times more common than unilateral. Entropion is thought to occur more frequently in women than men, as women tend to have smaller tarsal plates than men.
  • #2 Entropion: Types, Surgery, Prognosis, and More
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/what-is-entropion-5186015
    Entropion is a condition in which the eyelid, usually the lower one, turns inward toward the eye. As a result, entropion can cause the eyelashes to rub against the front of the eye (cornea). This can lead to several uncomfortable symptoms, from pain to blurry vision and infection. […] At first, people with entropion might only have occasional symptoms. However, if the condition is not treated, the symptoms tend to become more consistent over time. […] Possible symptoms of entropion include: Decreased vision (if the cornea is damaged), Excessive tears, Eye discomfort or pain, Eye irritation, Redness. […] If it is not treated, entropion can lead to eye infections or vision loss. People who have symptoms or are at risk for complications usually need to have surgery to correct entropion. Surgery tends to fix the condition immediately.
  • #2 Entropion and Ectropion Eye Issues – Symptoms Causes and Effective Care
    https://neoretina.com/blog/entropion-and-ectropion-eye-issues-symptoms-care/
    Entropion is a condition where the eyelid, typically the lower lid, turns inward. This inward turning can cause the eyelashes and skin to rub against the cornea, the clear front surface of the eye. This constant irritation can lead to significant discomfort and potentially more severe complications if left untreated. […] In entropion, when the eyelid turns inward, the eyelashes and the edge of the eyelid can constantly brush against the cornea. This constant friction creates a persistent sensation of irritation, akin to having a foreign object in the eye. This irritation can be quite painful and might cause a gritty or scratchy feeling. Over time, the continuous rubbing can lead to abrasion or ulceration of the corneal surface, making the pain more severe and potentially leading to vision problems if not treated.
  • #2 Entropion and Ectropion Eye Issues – Symptoms Causes and Effective Care
    https://neoretina.com/blog/entropion-and-ectropion-eye-issues-symptoms-care/
    The chronic irritation from the rubbing eyelashes leads to inflammation of the affected eye. This inflammation manifests as redness due to dilated blood vessels in the conjunctiva (the thin membrane covering the white part of the eye and the inside of the eyelids). Swelling, or oedema, can also occur in the eyelid itself, causing it to appear puffy and inflamed. This redness and swelling can further contribute to discomfort and may interfere with the normal functioning of the eye. […] In response to the irritation caused by entropion, the eye may produce an increased amount of tears in an attempt to flush out irritants and keep the cornea moist. This excessive tearing can result in a constant watery discharge that might spill over the eyelids and cause a wet or teary appearance. Additionally, a sticky or purulent discharge may develop if the irritation leads to a secondary bacterial infection. This discharge can cause crusting around the eyelid margins, further exacerbating discomfort and hygiene concerns.
  • #2 Entropion and Ectropion Eye Issues – Symptoms Causes and Effective Care
    https://neoretina.com/blog/entropion-and-ectropion-eye-issues-symptoms-care/
    The irritation and damage to the corneal surface can lead to increased sensitivity to light, known as photophobia. The cornea is a key component in focusing light onto the retina, and when it is irritated or damaged, it can become overly sensitive to light exposure. This sensitivity can result in discomfort or pain when exposed to bright lights or sunlight, making everyday activities like reading or driving difficult. Photophobia often accompanies the other symptoms and can significantly impact your overall quality of life. […] Both entropion and ectropion can lead to serious complications if not treated promptly. These include corneal damage, infections, and chronic discomfort.
  • #2 Unraveling the Mystery of Entropion: Its Causes, Signs, and Remedies – Conlon Eye Institute
    https://conloneyeinstitute.com/understanding-entropion-causes-symptoms-diagnosis-treatment/
    Entropion is an eyelid condition that can cause discomfort and vision impairment. […] Symptoms of entropion include: ocular redness, discomfort and foreign body sensation, hypersensitivity, drooping skin, and diminished vision. […] These symptoms can be quite distressing, thus warranting medical attention if entropion is suspected. Corneal irritation and injury are possible complications of entropion, which may result in permanent vision loss if left untreated. […] If you are diagnosed with entropion and experience signs of corneal damage like rapidly increasing redness or vision loss, immediate medical care should be sought. […] Entropion commonly causes ocular redness, discomfort, hypersensitivity, drooping skin, and diminished vision. […] Yes, entropion can cause permanent vision loss if left untreated due to the corneal irritation and injury it can cause.
  • #2 Entropion Information | Mount Sinai – New York
    https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/diseases-conditions/entropion
    Symptoms include: […] Decreased vision if the cornea is damaged […] Excessive tearing […] Eye discomfort or pain […] Eye irritation […] Redness […] The outlook is most often good if the condition is treated before eye damage occurs. […] If you have entropion, the following should be considered an emergency: […] Decreasing vision […] Light sensitivity […] Pain […] Eye redness that increases rapidly.
  • #2 Entropion | Healthify
    https://healthify.nz/health-a-z/e/entropion
    Entropion is a condition where your eyelid folds in towards your eye. This causes your eyelashes to rub against your eye causing irritation. […] Symptoms include watery eyes, crusting of the eyelid, leakage of eye mucus and a feeling that something is in your eye. […] The main symptoms of entropion are: watery eyes, red eyes, eye pain, crusting of your eyelid, leakage of eye mucus, irritation of your cornea (the front of your eye), problems with your vision, feeling that something is in your eye, sensitivity to light and wind. […] If its not treated, entropion can increase the risk of damage to your cornea, eye infections and loss of vision.
  • #2 Entropion: Symptoms, Types, Causes, and Treatment
    https://resources.healthgrades.com/right-care/eye-health/entropion
    Entropion is a condition in which an eyelid turns inward. This causes the eyelid’s skin and lashes to irritate the cornea. Treatment typically involves minor surgery. Entropion is sometimes present at birth, but it often arises later in life. The condition can affect one or both of the bottom or top eyelids, but entropion of the lower lid is more common. […] Common symptoms include: one or more inwardly turned eyelids, eye redness and irritation, foreign object sensation in the affected eye, eye discomfort and pain, excessive tears. The symptoms of entropion may be mild at the onset, but they usually worsen. […] Delaying or avoiding treatment for entropion can increase the chance of eye injury, infection, and irritation.
  • #2 Entropion: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Surgery
    https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17880-entropion
    Entropion causes many uncomfortable symptoms in your eye, including: […] When you first develop entropion, you may only notice occasional symptoms. But over time, the symptoms usually become constant. […] Most people who receive treatment for entropion before it causes eye damage have a good outcome. Entropion surgery usually resolves the problem, and the condition rarely returns. […] It’s important to treat entropion to avoid complications that may become permanent. Complications associated with an inward-turning eyelid include: Eye infections, Corneal abrasions (scratches), Vision loss.
  • #2 Turned-In Eyelid (Entropion)
    https://www.asoprs.org/entropion
    Entropion is a condition where the upper or lower eyelid turns inward, rubbing the lashes against the eye, causing the eye to become irritated, red, and sensitive to light and wind. If it is not treated, the condition can lead to pain, tearing, discharge, and irritation. […] A chronically turned-in eyelid can result in acute sensitivity to light and wind, and may lead to eye infections, corneal abrasions, or corneal ulcers. If entropion exists, it is important to have a doctor repair the condition before permanent damage occurs to the eye.
  • #2 Entropion | Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
    https://patient.info/eye-care/watering-eyes-epiphora/entropion
    An entropion occurs where your eyelid turns towards the eye. The eyelashes then rub against the front of your eye (cornea). Irritation, pain and watering of the eye are the main symptoms. […] Irritation and pain on the front of the eye. […] A watery eye. […] If left untreated, the front of the eye (the cornea) may become damaged (a corneal ulcer may develop). The cornea is vital for vision and a damaged cornea may affect eyesight.
  • #2 A Clinical Guide to Entropion
    https://eyesoneyecare.com/resources/clinical-guide-to-entropion/
    Spastic entropion development involves the orbicularis oculi muscle. The presence of edema can cause the Riolan muscle to spasm. When this muscle spasms, the development of spastic entropion can occur. […] Congenital entropion is caused by abnormal eyelid development. It is a condition that appears prior to 6 months of life. […] Cicatricial entropion can develop secondary to a history or presence of infections, such as trachoma, inflammatory diseases such as Stevens-Johnson syndrome, chemical and thermal burn, autoimmune diseases such as ocular cicatricial pemphigoid, and other eye conditions.
  • #2 Eyelid – Entropion – European Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
    https://www.esoprs.eu/for-patients/information/eyelid-entropion/
    Entropion refers to a condition in which the margin of the upper or lower eyelid turns in on itself towards the surface of the eye. Mild entropion may cause occasional irritation, whilst severe entropion may be sight-threatening. […] An entropic eyelid irritates the eyeball, and can lead to a cycle of ocular irritation, eyelid squeezing, and further entropion. Thus, symptoms of upper lid entropion include ocular irritation, watering, redness, and sore eyes. […] Untreated upper lid entropion carries a significant risk of injury to the cornea, which is the front window of the eye. Complications of upper lid entropion include the following: Corneal abrasions (causing ocular irritation, watering and redness) and Corneal ulcers (leading to more significant symptoms, which can include blurred vision, increased pain, sensitivity to light, and severe watering).
  • #2
    https://www.sunshineeyesurgeons.com.au/entropion
    Seek immediate care if you have received a diagnosis of entropion and you experience: Rapidly increasing redness in your eyes, Pain, Sensitivity to light, Decreasing vision. […] Corneal irritation and injury are the most serious complications related to entropion because they can lead to permanent vision loss. […] Surgery is generally required to fully correct entropion.
  • #2 What Is Entropion? | Entropion Symptoms | FLEI.com
    https://flei.com/what-is-entropion/
    Entropion symptoms include irritation to the eyeball (cornea), eyelid squeezing, redness, watering (epiphora), sensitivity to light and wind, and sore eyes. […] The irritation associated with entropion may lead to a cycle of ocular irritation. […] These symptoms may be treated with artificial tears and lubricating ointments. However, surgery is typically needed to fully correct the condition.
  • #2
    https://www.sunshineeyesurgeons.com.au/entropion
    Entropion is a condition in which your eyelid turns inward so that your eyelashes and skin rub against the eye surface. This causes irritation and discomfort. […] When you have entropion, your eyelid may be turned in all the time or only when you blink hard or squeeze your eyelids shut. Entropion is more common in older adults, and it generally affects only the lower eyelid. […] Artificial tears and lubricating ointments can help relieve symptoms of entropion. But usually surgery is needed to fully correct the condition. Left untreated, entropion can cause damage to the transparent covering in the front part of your eye (cornea), eye infections and vision loss. […] The signs and symptoms of entropion result from the friction of your eyelashes and outer eyelid against the surface of your eye. You may experience: The feeling that something is in your eye, Eye redness, Eye irritation or pain, Sensitivity to light and wind, Watery eyes (excessive tearing), Decreased vision.
  • #2 Entropion – North Dakota Eye Clinic
    https://www.northdakotaeyeclinic.com/services/eyelid-procedures/entropion/
    Entropion is an eye condition where the eyelid turns inward. Typically entropion occurs on the lower eyelid where the skin and lashes rub painfully against the cornea. This condition may cause the lid to either turn in constantly or only at times when the eyes are closed tightly. […] The initial symptoms of entropion are often the following: Pain in the eye, Excessive tearing, Redness, Irritation, Pain, Dry eyes, Sensitivity to light, Reduced vision, Discharge from the eye, A feeling that there is something in the eye. […] Over time, if the condition is not treated, the cornea may become damaged due to: Abrasions, Corneal ulcers, Infection. […] Without treatment, a decrease in vision can occur. […] Symptoms of entropion usually resolve immediately. There may be some short-term bruising or swelling as a result of the procedure.
  • #2 Entropion: symptoms and treatment
    https://www.vista-laser.com/entropion-symptoms-and-treatment/
    Entropion refers to an eye problem that occurs when the edge of the eyelid folds towards the surface of the eye. […] When the eyelid folds inwards and rubs the surface of the eye together with the eyelashes, it is a clear situation of entropion. Constant rubbing will result in symptoms such as: a sensation of something foreign in the eye, redness, irritation, stinging, tearing, sensitivity to light and even decreased vision. […] If a patient with entropion decides not to have the operation or allows too much time to pass, the continuous rubbing may cause an ulcer or scarring that will affect their vision. […] Recovery is fairly quick and all symptoms will have disappeared within a short time.
  • #2 Entropion: MedlinePlus Medical EncyclopediaLock
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001008.htm
    Entropion is the turning in of an edge of an eyelid. This causes the lashes to rub against the eye. It most often is seen on the lower eyelid. […] Symptoms include: Decreased vision if the cornea is damaged, Excessive tearing, Eye discomfort or pain, Eye irritation, Redness. […] The outlook is most often good if the condition is treated before eye damage occurs.
  • #2 Entropion: Types, Surgery, Prognosis, and More
    https://www.verywellhealth.com/what-is-entropion-5186015
    The prognosis for most cases of entropion is typically good. Once eyelid surgery is performed, a person’s symptoms usually go away immediately and the condition does not come back. […] Early diagnosis and treatment of entropion is key to preventing infection, a corneal scratch, or vision loss. […] Some people do not have symptoms; however, the longer a person delays treatment, the more likely they are to develop symptoms and complications, which can include vision loss.
  • #2 Entropion: symptoms and treatment – GSD – a group of clinics in Italy
    https://www.gsdinternational.com/news/entropion-symptoms-and-treatment
    Entropion is a condition related to an altered position of the eyelid whereby the eyelid rim, where the eyelashes reside, is introflected (turns inward) and the eyelashes go scratchy on the cornea. […] „To the naked eye the eyelid appears shorter and chubbier than usual and the eye very reddened, in addition to a very noticeable subjective sensation of discomfort complained of by sufferers. […] At first there is a sense of: annoyance, discomfort, redness of the eye. […] Later, this disorder can result in corneal lesions, actual ulcers that, in addition to being very painful, can lead to infection from which corneal transparency or a corneal abscess can result,” as Dr. Valeri explains. […] The effectiveness of the intervention in some cases is not definitive: sometimes the laxity is such that the problem may recur over time. In fact, the eye cavity regresses as age progresses, and the periorbital fat is worn away leading to an unavoidable clinical condition known as enophthalmos, or dimpling of the eye game. No longer having the push of the eye, therefore, the eyelid turns inward.
  • #2 Entropion | Altru Health System
    https://www.altru.org/health-library/conditions/entropion
    Make an appointment to see your doctor if you feel like you constantly have something in your eye or you notice that some of your eyelashes seem to be turning in toward your eye. If you leave entropion untreated for too long, it can cause permanent damage to your eye. […] Corneal irritation and injury are the most serious complications related to entropion because they can lead to permanent vision loss. […] When active inflammation or infection causes entropion (spastic entropion), your eyelid may return to its normal alignment as you treat the inflamed or infected eye. But if tissue scarring has occurred, entropion may persist even after the other condition has been treated. […] If you have signs and symptoms of entropion, you’re likely to start by seeing your primary care doctor.
  • #3 Entropion and Ectropion Eye Issues – Symptoms Causes and Effective Care
    https://neoretina.com/blog/entropion-and-ectropion-eye-issues-symptoms-care/
    The chronic irritation from the rubbing eyelashes leads to inflammation of the affected eye. This inflammation manifests as redness due to dilated blood vessels in the conjunctiva (the thin membrane covering the white part of the eye and the inside of the eyelids). Swelling, or oedema, can also occur in the eyelid itself, causing it to appear puffy and inflamed. This redness and swelling can further contribute to discomfort and may interfere with the normal functioning of the eye. […] In response to the irritation caused by entropion, the eye may produce an increased amount of tears in an attempt to flush out irritants and keep the cornea moist. This excessive tearing can result in a constant watery discharge that might spill over the eyelids and cause a wet or teary appearance. Additionally, a sticky or purulent discharge may develop if the irritation leads to a secondary bacterial infection. This discharge can cause crusting around the eyelid margins, further exacerbating discomfort and hygiene concerns.
  • #3 Entropion. What is it and how is it treated? | ICR
    https://icrcat.com/en/eye-conditions/entropion/
    The symptoms of entropion result from the eyelashes and the skin of the outer eyelid rubbing against the surface of the eye: Eye irritation or pain […] If the situation persists, erosions, eye infections such as ulcers and even corneal scarring may occur, so you need to be treated before serious eye damage occurs.
  • #3 What Is Entropion & Ectropion? Causes, Symptoms & Treatments
    https://www.clevelandclinicabudhabi.ae/en/health-hub/health-resource/diseases-and-conditions/entropion-and-ectropion
    Irritation grittines […] Watering […] Redness […] Stick discharge […] Inward turning of the eyelid margin can be observed […] AN UNTREATED ENTROPION CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE CORNEA AND RESULT IN PERMENANT LOSS OF VISION.
  • #3 In-turning Eyelid (Entropion) – Saul Rajak Ophthalmology
    https://saulrajak.com/eyelid_conditions/turning-eyelid-entropion/
    Entropion causes the lower eyelid lashes to rub on the surface of the eye leading to excessive tearing, redness, mucous discharge and irritation of the eye. There is also a risk of permanent damage to the surface of the eye. […] The lower eyelid may feel tender, bruised and swollen for a couple of weeks after the surgery. There may be some temporary numbness in the surrounding skin. […] The entropion may recur over time, especially if there is continued to be exposure to sunlight, and this would require repeat surgery.
  • #3 Entropion Information | Mount Sinai – New York
    https://www.mountsinai.org/health-library/diseases-conditions/entropion
    Symptoms include: […] Decreased vision if the cornea is damaged […] Excessive tearing […] Eye discomfort or pain […] Eye irritation […] Redness […] The outlook is most often good if the condition is treated before eye damage occurs. […] If you have entropion, the following should be considered an emergency: […] Decreasing vision […] Light sensitivity […] Pain […] Eye redness that increases rapidly.
  • #3 Entropion and Ectropion Eye Issues – Symptoms Causes and Effective Care
    https://neoretina.com/blog/entropion-and-ectropion-eye-issues-symptoms-care/
    The irritation and damage to the corneal surface can lead to increased sensitivity to light, known as photophobia. The cornea is a key component in focusing light onto the retina, and when it is irritated or damaged, it can become overly sensitive to light exposure. This sensitivity can result in discomfort or pain when exposed to bright lights or sunlight, making everyday activities like reading or driving difficult. Photophobia often accompanies the other symptoms and can significantly impact your overall quality of life. […] Both entropion and ectropion can lead to serious complications if not treated promptly. These include corneal damage, infections, and chronic discomfort.