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Fight Meibomianitis On Every Front.
- Source :
- Optometric Management; Nov2007, Vol. 42 Issue 11, p12-13, 2p, 2 Color Photographs
- Publication Year :
- 2007
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Abstract
- The article describes the case of a 54-year-old woman diagnosed with meibomianitis. After receiving dry eye treatment for months, the patient only experienced moderate improvement. Upon examination, traces of blepharitis was seen. The meibomian glands secreted a turbid discharge when expressed. In addition, plugs in the meibonian glands were seen, where lipids had solidified. As treatment, the patient was asked to use hot compresses on her eyes for 10 minutes each night for a minimum of 10 days.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00304085
- Volume :
- 42
- Issue :
- 11
- Database :
- Supplemental Index
- Journal :
- Optometric Management
- Publication Type :
- Periodical
- Accession number :
- 27750270