Creator: Dr. Rashida Shabbir Tankiwala
Keywords: Entropion, red eye, eye problem, symptoms diagnosis, surgery for entropion, burning eyes

Written by Dr. Rashida Shabbir Tankiwala , Diplomate of National Board (DNB) |

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Nithin Jayan, MBBS, DNB on Oct 21, 2020

Entropion

Entropion or turning in of the eyelids can affect either the upper or the lower lid. It can occur due to ageing. It can also occur due to spasm of the orbicularis or fibrosis from infection, inflammation or trauma.

Turning in results in scratching of the cornea with the turned in lashes, resulting in irritation, foreign body sensation and redness of the eye.

The eye can be temporarily relieved by epilation or plucking of the lashes by an eye doctor. But the irritation resumes when the hair grows back. Long term irritation can cause corneal wound and ulcers which are difficult to treat.

References:

Jonathan J. Dutton, Gregg S. Gayre, Alan D. Proia: Diagnostic Atlas of common eyelid diseases
David A. Lee, Eve J. Higginbotham: Clinical guide to comprehensive ophthalmology
The Merks Manuals: Online Medical Library

Published on Aug 13, 2014
Last Updated on Oct 21, 2020

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