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Conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis

An INFLAMMATION of the conjunctiva, or mucous tissue that lines the inside of the eyelids. There are many causes for conjunctivitis, commonly called pink EYE, including INFECTION (bacterial, viral, or fungal) and contact contamination such .. Read More

Health and Wellness | 11.25.10 | No Comments

Cicatricial Pemphigoid

Cicatricial Pemphigoid

An autoimmune disorder in which painful blisters form on the inner surfaces of the eyelids (and may form on other mucus membranes, such as in the MOUTH and NOSE). SCAR tissue that forms after the blisters heal continues to irritate the inne.. Read More

Health and Wellness | 11.16.10 | No Comments

Blepharoplasty

Blepharoplasty

A surgical OPERATION to remove excess tissue from the eyelids to correct drooping upper eyelids and “baggy” lower eyelids. Such conditions most commonly develop as a consequence of aging or extensive weight loss or when there is damage .. Read More

Health and Wellness | 10.29.10 | No Comments