What to do if you have trichiasis on your lower eyelashes
Lower eyelash trichiasis is a common eye problem in which eyelashes grow inward and rub against the eyeball, causing discomfort, redness, and even corneal damage. Among the health topics hotly discussed on the Internet recently, eye care and trichiasis have attracted much attention. This article will provide a structured analysis of the causes, symptoms and solutions of lower eyelash trichiasis, and provide practical suggestions.
1. Common causes of lower eyelash trichiasis
| Reason type | Specific instructions |
|---|---|
| congenital factors | Abnormal eyelid structure or abnormal orientation of eyelash follicles |
| Acquired factors | Loose eyelids caused by eye infection, trauma, and aging |
| Other triggers | Chronic eye rubbing, cosmetic irritation, or eye surgery complications |
2. Identification of typical symptoms
If the following symptoms occur, it may indicate lower eyelash trichiasis:
3. Grading treatment plan
| Severity | Processing method | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| Mild (occasionally) | Manual extraction + eye lubrication | Strict disinfection is required to avoid infection |
| Moderate (regular recurrence) | Electrolysis of hair follicles/cryotherapy | Requires professional physician operation |
| Severe (with inflammation) | Surgical correction (entropion correction) | Need to be combined with anti-inflammatory treatment |
4. Complementary therapies that have been hotly discussed recently
According to the popularity of online discussions in the past 10 days, the following methods have received more attention:
5. Prevention and daily care
1. Eye cleansing: Use non-irritating makeup remover products to avoid residue
2. Technique correction: Get rid of the habit of rubbing your eyes and reduce physical stimulation
3. Nutritional supplement: Proper intake of vitamins A and B to promote healthy eyelash growth
4. Regular examination: annual eye examination to detect problems early
6. When is it necessary to seek medical treatment?
You should seek medical attention immediately if:
- Symptoms persist for more than 72 hours
- Yellow discharge (possible bacterial infection)
- Sudden loss of vision
- White cloudy spots appear on the cornea
Note: The suggestions in this article are for reference only, and specific treatment plans need to be evaluated by a professional ophthalmologist. The "self-correction tutorials" recently circulated on the Internet are risky, and it is not recommended to try them blindly.
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