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INTERNAL HORDEOLUM
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Hordeolum is an infection of one or more glands in the eyelids. When the meibomian glands are affected,large swelling occursHence it is known as internal hordeolum. Hordelum externa or commonly called ... "stye"smaller and more superficialan infection of the glands of Zeis or Moll Hordeolum is a condition that often occurs and often patients do not go to health services to check themselves. There is no direct correlation between race, sex, or gender with regard to the prevalence of hordeolum. Adults may be more susceptible due to increased sebum viscosity. Patients with conditions such as blepharitis, seborrheic dermatitis, rosacea, diabetes, and hypercholesterolemia are also at increased risk of developing hordeolum [Show More]
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