{"id":16961,"date":"2021-09-02T07:00:36","date_gmt":"2021-09-02T07:00:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/?page_id=16961"},"modified":"2021-09-02T07:00:36","modified_gmt":"2021-09-02T07:00:36","slug":"what-is-entropion","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/dry-eye\/eyelid-conditions\/what-is-entropion\/","title":{"rendered":"What is Entropion?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Entropion is an eyelid condition that impacts the lives of over 1 in 50 of all adults.\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

Have you ever had persistent eye discomfort that doesn\u2019t improve with eye drops – you may have an eyelid condition known as entropion.<\/p>\n

What is Entropion?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Entropion is an eye condition in which the eyelid\u2014 most commonly, the lower eyelid\u2014 turns<\/b> inward<\/b>, causing the eyelashes to rub against the cornea, the front surface of the eye.<\/p>\n

Entropion can be constant or intermittent, only occurring when you squeeze your eyelids shut or blink really hard.<\/p>\n

Whether present all the time, or only on occasion, entropion can affect your quality of life. When your eyes are sore and irritated, socializing with friends, applying makeup, reading, driving and even watching television can lose their appeal.<\/p>\n

Fortunately, entropion can be effectively treated to give you the comfort you seek and the appearance you desire.<\/p>\n

Symptoms of entropion<\/b><\/h2>\n

The harsh rubbing of the eyelid and eyelashes against the eye\u2019s surface can result in the following symptoms:<\/p>\n