Eye diseases

blepharitis

inflammation of the eyelid margins, often causing redness, swelling, and crusting.

hordeola

external stye and very painful. Acute swelling of the eyelid, often caused by bacterial infection. Affecting meibomian glands

chalazion

internal and not painful. Slowly developing lump that forms due to blockage and swelling of a oil gland in the eyelid.

orbital cellulitis

inflammation of the tissues surrounding the eye. Bacterial infection of the tissues; specifically within eye socket (orbit).

-Swelling of the eyelid and skin around your eye,

-bulging of the eye

conjunctivitis

inflammation of the conjunctiva, often caused by infections, allergens, or irritants. Symptoms include redness, itching, and discharge from the eye.

inclusion conjunctivitis

-eye disease caused by Chlamydia trachomatis.

-mild or little discharge

-corneal scarring

trachoma

bacterial infection caused by Chlamydia trachomatis, leading to conjunctival inflammation and potential vision loss.

opthalmia neonartum

conjunctivitis in newborns caused by maternal transmission of infections such as gonorrhea or chlamydia.

keratitis

inflammation of the cornea that can cause pain, redness, and vision problems. It may result from infection, injury, or contact lens wear.

corneal scarring from infection

retinitis

inflammation of the retina that can lead to vision loss and is often associated with infections, diabetes, or systemic diseases.

-opportunistic infection

endophthalmitis

inflammation of the inner eye structures, usually due to infection.

-affecting several tissue layers