{"id":16973,"date":"2021-09-02T19:08:22","date_gmt":"2021-09-02T19:08:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/?page_id=16973"},"modified":"2021-09-02T19:08:22","modified_gmt":"2021-09-02T19:08:22","slug":"entropion-diagnosis-and-treatment","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/dry-eye\/eyelid-conditions\/entropion-diagnosis-and-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Entropion: Diagnosis and Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><b>If your eyelid is turning in and your eyelashes are rubbing against your eye, you may have entropion.<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Up to 2.1 percent of adults over age 60 are diagnosed with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/dry-eye\/eyelid-conditions\/what-is-entropion\/\">entropion<\/a>. This irritating (literally and figuratively!) eyelid condition can cause significant discomfort as the eyelashes constantly rub against the front of your eye, and can really affect your quality of life.<\/p>\n<p>Wondering if entropion is causing your ocular discomfort? Schedule an<a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-exams\/\"> eye exam<\/a> to be sure. Your eye doctor will perform a series of tests to determine if entropion is the source of your symptoms and prescribe an effective treatment plan.<\/p>\n<h2><b>How is entropion diagnosed?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Entropion is diagnosed during a comprehensive eye exam of your eyelids. Your eye doctor will assess your eyelid&#8217;s position on the eye, its muscle tone, shape and tightness.<\/p>\n<p>Using a bright light and a device known as a slit lamp, your eyelids will be thoroughly examined under high magnification.<\/p>\n<p>The entropion is diagnosed when an eyelid, most commonly the lower eyelid, is turned in and the skin and eyelashes are rubbing against the ocular surface and cornea.<\/p>\n<p>Examination of the eyelids will include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Facial architecture<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Eyelid laxity<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Eyelid pathology<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\">Corneal assessment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Diagnosis of the cause of the eyelashes facing inward is vital as this could be due to a benign growth or cancer of the eyelids.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Your eye doctor will also examine the tissue surrounding the eye to determine if the entropion is caused by scar tissue, previous eye surgery or another eye condition.<\/p>\n<p><b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/practice-search\/\">Contact an eye doctor near you<\/a> if you notice any changes in your eyelids or are experiencing any eye pain or discomfort.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><b>SEE RELATED: <\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/dry-eye\/eyelid-conditions\/what-is-entropion\/\">What is Entropion?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\t<div class=\"practice-search-widget\">\n\t\t<h3>Find an eye doctor near you<\/h3>\n\t\t\n\t<form class=\"practice-search-form practice-search-form-widget\" action=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/practice-search\/results\/\" method=\"get\">\n\n\t\t<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"distance\" value=\"100\" class=\"practice-search-distance\">\n\t\t<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"page\" class=\"practice-search-page\">\n\t\t<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"address_latitude\"><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"address_longitude\">\n\n\t\t<input type=\"text\" name=\"address\" class=\"practice-search-address\" placeholder=\"City, Surburb or Address\" value=\"\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"distance\" value=\"100\" class=\"practice-search-distance\">\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<button type=\"submit\" class=\"practice-search-button\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 19 19\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M10.6796 0.130005C9.15708 0.130059 7.66615 0.5646 6.38198 1.38258C5.09781 2.20057 4.07373 3.36803 3.43004 4.74783C2.78634 6.12763 2.54976 7.66246 2.74808 9.17205C2.9464 10.6816 3.57139 12.1033 4.54964 13.27L0.729639 17.08C0.6364 17.1732 0.562439 17.2839 0.511979 17.4058C0.461519 17.5276 0.435547 17.6581 0.435547 17.79C0.435547 17.9219 0.461519 18.0524 0.511979 18.1743C0.562439 18.2961 0.6364 18.4068 0.729639 18.5C0.917942 18.6883 1.17334 18.7941 1.43964 18.7941C1.5715 18.7941 1.70207 18.7681 1.82389 18.7177C1.94571 18.6672 2.0564 18.5932 2.14964 18.5L5.99964 14.62C7.35406 15.6038 8.98566 16.1324 10.6596 16.13C12.7814 16.13 14.8162 15.2871 16.3165 13.7869C17.8168 12.2866 18.6596 10.2517 18.6596 8.13C18.6596 6.00827 17.8168 3.97344 16.3165 2.47315C14.8162 0.97286 12.7814 0.130005 10.6596 0.130005H10.6796ZM10.6796 14.13C9.49295 14.13 8.33291 13.7781 7.34622 13.1188C6.35952 12.4595 5.59049 11.5225 5.13636 10.4261C4.68224 9.32975 4.56342 8.12335 4.79493 6.95946C5.02644 5.79558 5.59788 4.72648 6.437 3.88736C7.27611 3.04825 8.34521 2.4768 9.5091 2.24529C10.673 2.01378 11.8794 2.1326 12.9757 2.58673C14.0721 3.04085 15.0092 3.80989 15.6685 4.79658C16.3277 5.78328 16.6796 6.94332 16.6796 8.13C16.6796 9.7213 16.0475 11.2474 14.9223 12.3726C13.7971 13.4979 12.2709 14.13 10.6796 14.13Z\" fill=\"#fff\"\/><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\n\t\t<button type=\"button\" class=\"practice-search-use-my-location\">\n\t\t\tSearch near me\n\t\t<\/button>\n\n\n\t<\/form>\n\n\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<h2><b>How is entropion treated?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Entropion is effectively treated using different methods, depending on the underlying cause of the condition.<\/p>\n<p>Entropion caused by inflammation or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/childrens-vision\/guide-to-pediatric-eye-conditions\/a-guide-to-eye-infections\/\">infection<\/a> may resolve on its own when the underlying cause is treated. However, the presence of any eyelid scarring may prevent the entropion from healing completely, even after the inflammation or infection has been treated.<\/p>\n<p>To fully correct entropion, surgery is the primary choice of treatment.<\/p>\n<h2><b>Short term treatment methods<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>The following treatments may be recommended for mild cases of entropion, or at least until a surgical procedure is performed.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Soft contact lens.<\/b> Wearing a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/optical\/guide-to-contact-lenses\/guide-to-soft-contacts-lenses\/\">soft contact lens<\/a> (with or without an optical prescription) over the affected eye can serve as a protective barrier for the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-health\/how-does-the-eye-work\/ocular-anatomy-the-front-of-the-eye\/\">cornea<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Botox.<\/b> Injections of Botox into the lower eyelid can turn the eyelid outward and away from the eye\u2019s surface, with the effects lasting up to 6 months.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Stitches. <\/b>Placing several stitches along the affected eyelid can temporarily help the eyelid turn outward. After the stitches are removed, resulting scar tissue helps to maintain the outward position\u2014 though this typically only lasts for several months.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Skin tape.<\/b> Transparent skin tape can be applied to the eyelid to prevent it from turning in.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Surgery for entropion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>There are several types of procedures that can correct entropion. Your eye doctor will determine which type of procedure is most appropriate for you, depending on the cause of the entropion and the health of the surrounding tissues.<\/p>\n<p><b>Entropion caused by aging.<\/b> This involves the removal of a small part of the lower eyelid in order to tighten the muscles and tendons of the lid. Your surgeon will then suture the outer corner of your eye or under your lower eyelid.<\/p>\n<p><b>Entropion caused by previous surgery or inner-eyelid scarring.<\/b> This involves a mucous membrane graft procedure. Skin from the roof of your mouth or from your nasal passages will be removed and grafted onto the lower eyelid to provide the necessary support.<\/p>\n<h2><b>What to expect before and after your procedure<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Prior to your procedure, your surgeon will numb your eyelid and surrounding tissue with a local anesthetic. You may also be offered a sedative to help you feel more comfortable and relaxed during the procedure.<\/p>\n<p>Following the surgical procedure, you may be prescribed an antibiotic ointment to use for one week post-surgery, in order to prevent infection.<\/p>\n<p>Applying cold compresses for several days can also help to reduce inflammation and bruising\u2014 both of which are a normal occurrence following these types of procedures.<\/p>\n<p>If your eyelid feels tighter than normal, rest assured that this feeling will disappear as your eye heals over the next two weeks. Your eye doctor will likely request that you make an appointment to remove your stitches one week post-surgery.<\/p>\n<p><b>Home remedies relieve entropion symptoms\u00a0<\/b><\/p>\n<p>The following home remedies can help to relieve some of your symptoms until your surgical procedure:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Keep your eyes moist.<\/b> Lubricate your eyes with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/dry-eye\/guide-to-eye-drops\/\">artificial tears eye drops<\/a> and ointments to help prevent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/eye-conditions\/corneal-diseases\/what-is-a-corneal-abrasion\/\">corneal damage<\/a>. Moisture shields can be especially helpful when worn overnight.<\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Apply skin tape.<\/b> Skin tape can be used to help your eyelid remain in position and prevent it from turning inward. Your eye doctor can demonstrate how to correctly place the tape near your eyelids.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>LEARN MORE:<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/dry-eye\/\"> Guide to Dry Eye<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>If you have noticed any changes in the appearance of your eyelids, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/practice-search\/\">schedule an appointment with an eye doctor near you<\/a> for a proper diagnosis and effective treatment plan.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><i>The sooner entropion is diagnosed and treated, the sooner you will enjoy comfortable eyes and clear vision.\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If your eyelid is turning in and your eyelashes are rubbing against your eye, you may have entropion. 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