Lagophthalmos
Editor-In-Chief: Prab R Tumpati, MD
Obesity, Sleep & Internal medicine
Founder, WikiMD Wellnesspedia &
W8MD medical weight loss NYC and sleep center NYC
| Lagophthalmos | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | Lagophthalmus |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Inability to fully close the eyelids |
| Complications | Exposure keratopathy, dry eye syndrome |
| Onset | Can be congenital or acquired |
| Duration | Varies |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Facial nerve palsy, trauma, surgery, thyroid eye disease |
| Risks | Corneal ulceration, infection |
| Diagnosis | Clinical examination, slit lamp examination |
| Differential diagnosis | Ectropion, entropion, ptosis |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Artificial tears, tarsorrhaphy, gold weight implant |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Depends on underlying cause and treatment |
| Frequency | Rare |
| Deaths | N/A |
Lagophthalmos is a medical condition characterized by the inability to close the eyelids completely. This condition can be caused by various factors, including facial paralysis, trauma, or surgery. It can lead to serious complications such as corneal ulceration, corneal abrasion, and eye infection.
Causes[edit | edit source]
Lagophthalmos can be caused by several factors. These include:
- Facial paralysis: This is a condition where there is loss of facial movement due to nerve damage. It can cause the inability to close the eyes completely.
- Trauma: Injuries to the face or eyes can lead to lagophthalmos.
- Surgery: Certain surgical procedures, especially those involving the face or eyes, can result in lagophthalmos.
Symptoms[edit | edit source]
The symptoms of lagophthalmos can vary depending on the underlying cause. However, common symptoms include:
- Inability to close the eyes completely
- Dry eyes
- Eye pain
- Blurred vision
- Sensitivity to light
Diagnosis[edit | edit source]
Lagophthalmos is typically diagnosed through a physical examination of the eyes and eyelids. The doctor may also ask about any history of facial paralysis, trauma, or surgery. In some cases, further tests may be needed to determine the underlying cause of the condition.
Treatment[edit | edit source]
The treatment for lagophthalmos depends on the underlying cause. Treatment options may include:
- Artificial tears: These can help to keep the eyes moist and prevent dryness.
- Eye patch: This can protect the eye and help to keep it moist.
- Surgery: In some cases, surgery may be needed to correct the problem.
See also[edit | edit source]
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates, categories Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
