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Would a chalazion be under the eyelid?
Yes, a chalazion is a small bump that can form in or under the eyelid. This bump forms because of a blocked oil gland.
What causes chalazion?
A chalazion is caused by a blockage in the outflow duct of a meibomian gland. Symptoms are inflammation and swelling in the form of a round lump in the lid that may be painful.
How chalazion should be differentiated from hordeolum internum?
A Chalazion is generally painless whereas a Hordeolum can cause considerable pain.. Chalazion is an internal stye, not an infection, slow growing hard, non tender round mass... where as hordrulom is an external stye, looks like a pimple and its an infection
Is liver cirrhosis and liver abscess the same?
No. Cirrhosis is a degeneration of cells, leading to impaired liver function and liver damage. Where as a liver abscess is an accumulation of pus.
What is a blind abscess?
A blind abscess is an abscess with no external opening.
What causes a chalazion?
The gland involved in the formation of a chalazion is a modified sweat gland that lies within the eyelid. This gland produces oil. When this gland becomes blocked, it can rupture and the inflammation process begins. A chalazion is not a sty. A sty can resemble a chalazion in the sense that it is also a lump in the eyelid. However, a sty involves glands and eyelash hair follicles that are closer to the skin surface of the eyelid. In addition, a sty is usually more painful and looks infected.
What is a Bartholin abscess?
A Bartholin abscess is an abscess located in the Bartholin's gland.
What does the term chalazion actually mean?
A chalazion is a small sebaceous cyst. Chalazions occur inside the eyelid when a Meibomian gland is blocked. They appear to be small swellings underneath the eyelid and cause inflammation.
Why would a woman with a breast abscess find a tender lump over her clavicle?
Depending on where the abscess is it may be a lymph gland in the same way your neck glands swell and become tender when you have a sore throat. Or it may be absolutely nothing to do with the abscess. You should see a doctor.
What rhymes with Marion?
carry on, tarry on, chalazion
What is the medical term meaning an abscess behind the tonsils?
An abscess behind the tonsils is a retrotonsillar abscess.
Can a hematoma become an abscess?
Yes, a hematoma can become an abscess. There are several types of hematoma, and a few possibilities as to what kind of abscess can develop. The type of hematoma and the circumstances that drive it to abscess will determine what kind of abscess.
