chalazion; chalasia

Pathology

-occurs when a meibomian gland is blocked

• chronic sterile granulomatous meibomian gland inflammation.

Clinical manifestations

• subacute tender or painless eyelid lesion
• conjunctival irritation may occur
• minimally erythematous, may appear orange-red in color

Differential diagnosis

• internal hordeolum (red, tender bump, may leak purulent discharge)

Management

• warm/hot compresses
• treat concomitant blepharitis
• referral to ophthalmologist for incision & curettage for persistent chalazion

More general terms

• eyelid disease

Additional terms

• blepharitis
• internal hordeolum
• tarsal gland; Meibomian gland