Chalazion
... usually caused by a buildup of secretions in the
meibomian gland that form a cyst . Chalazion s occur ... Chalazion A chalazion is an enlargement of a
meibomian gland (an oil-producing gland in the eyelid), ... the eyelid's inner surface. Inflammation of a
meibomian gland can produce a swelling called a ...
Meibomian gland
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meibomian gland : One of the little glands in the eyelids ... in the edges of the lids. Rarely, the
meibomian gland duct can be blocked by a skin cancer . ... needed to diagnose the disorder. ^ Top ...
meibomian gland A type of gland of the eyelid's inner ...
Blepharitis
... bacterial infection and some by head lice , but in some cases, the cause is unclear. It may also be caused by an overproduction of oil by the
meibomian gland s. Blepharitis -- inflammation of the eyelash follicles along the eyelid. It is caused by skin bacteria . Itching is common and ...
Conjunctiva
... The mucous membrane that covers the white part of the eyes and lines the eyelids. Edema A condition where tissue s contain excessive fluid.
meibomian gland Oil-producing glands in the eyelids that open near the eyelid margins. CONJUNCTIVA : A thin mucous membrane on the inner surface of the ...
Medulla oblongata
... oblongata The part of the brain just above the spinal cord that includes the control centers for breathing , circulation and heart beat.
meibomian gland ... Medulla oblongata The lowest section of the brainstem, located next to the spinal cord. The medulla is the site of important ...
Sebaceous glands
... Seborrhea is a common skin disorder that affects people who have no other health problems. Symptoms ... A chalazion develops within the
meibomian gland s of the eyelid, which are sebaceous glands that produce the surface of the tear film that lubricates the eyes . The eyelid has ...
Seborrheic dermatitis
... dermatitis , contact dermititis and eczema in infants and children. Chalazion s are usually caused by a buildup of secretions in the
meibomian gland that form a cyst . Chalazion s occur most often in adults. They may be linked with other skin conditions, such as seborrheic dermatitis , ...