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Therapeutic Meibomian Gland Expression: Squeeze to Please.

Authors :
GIANNONI, AMBER GAUME
Source :
Contact Lens Spectrum; Feb2013, Vol. 28 Issue 2, p22-22, 1p
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

The article presents an overview of meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD) , which can result in several ocular symptoms in eye patients, including severe dry eye disease, stickiness in the eye and redness in the eye. A discussion of the role that therapeutic meibomian gland expression can play in relieving the symptoms of MGD is presented. Instructions for performing a meibomian gland expression are offered.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
08859175
Volume :
28
Issue :
2
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Contact Lens Spectrum
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
85784845