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Chalazion (Smarty PANCE)

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What is a chalazion?

A chalazion is noninfectious obstruction of a Meibomian gland causing extravasation of irritating lipid material in the eyelid soft tissues with focal secondary granulomatous inflammation

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Do chalazion occur more commonly in the upper or lower eyelid?

Upper! Chalazion occur more commonly in the upper eyelid because of the presence of more sebaceous glands.

How do you differentiate a chalazion from a hordeolum (stye)?

Unlike a hordeolum (stye), a chalazion tends to have a more gradual onset, is less painful, and affects the middle part of the eyelid. Remember: "C" = Chalazion = Chronic and "Cold" (versus hordeolum which is "hot", acute and not chronic)

What is the treatment of chalazion?

Treat with warm compresses, and eyelid hygiene
Injection of corticosteroid or incision + curettage may be necessary in large ones affecting vision