ectropion…

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eye, ectropion, turning out, the eyelid, the lower eyelid, that the inner surface is exposed, ectropion, aging process, weakening, the connective tissue, the eyelid, lid to turn out, contraction of scar tissue from burns, from facial palsy, a congenital defect, in children, down syndrome, ectropion interferes, normal distribution of tears on the surface, the eye, dry, painful eyes, chronic conjunctivitis, keratitis, excess tearing, the eye, epiphora, visible outward-turning, the eyelid, redness, the lid, conjunctiva, a physical examination, the eyes, eyelids confirms the diagnosis, special tests, not necessary, artificial tears, a lubricant, provide relief from dryness, keep the cornea lubricated, surgery to tighten the muscles that hold the eyelids in place, effective, outpatient surgery, local anesthetic, outcome is expected to be good, corneal dryness, irritation, predispose the patient to eye infections, corneal abrasions, corneal ulcers, symptoms develop, to check, corneal abrasions, corneal ulcers, corneal ulcer, vision-threatening condition, rapidly increasing redness, pain, light sensitivity, decreasing vision, considered an emergency, ectropion, most cases, not preventable, use of artificial tears, lubricating ointments, prevent corneal complications.