II. Epidemiology
- Most often occurs in patients over 50 years old
III. Causes
- Weakening of support layers of lower lid
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Trachoma (rare in United States)
- Results in palpebral Conjunctiva scarring
- Can affect both upper and lower lids
IV. Symptoms
- Asymptomatic unless Trichiasis occurs
V. Signs
- Lid turns inward toward globe
- Lower lid most often affected
VI. Complications: Trichiasis
- Lash margins turn inward and rub against Cornea
- Very symptomatic
VII. Management
- Surgical repair of Entropion if Trichiasis occurs