Eye Centre Primecare
Primecare
PO Box 8122
Kensington
Whangarei 0145
www.healthpoint.co.nz
Eye Centre Primecare
Postal Address
Contact Details
Phone (09) 972 7022 or 0800 11 00 30
Fax (09) 972 7026
Email PCeyes@xtra.co.nz
Healthlink EDI: hendalzw
Meibomian Cyst or Chalazion
There are some important primary care issues for managing meibomian cysts:
- a meibomian cyst or chalazion presents as a firm, painless lump in the lid which gradually enlarges. Initially, it may resemble a stye but lacks acute inflammatory signs. The majority point towards the conjunctival surface which may be slightly reddened or elevated http://www.dermis.net/dermisroot/en/25069/image.htm
- rarely, it may result in astigmatism due to direct pressure on the eyeball
- infected cysts are treated as styes
- a third of cases will resolve spontaneously and virtually all will resorb within two years
- chalazions can be treated by surgical incision into the tarsal gland followed by curettage of the glandular material and glandular epithelium
- gentle repeated massage of the cysts towards the opening in the eyelid margin and application of hot compresses can assist resolution.
- if you are not sure what a meibomian cyst looks like, click here
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