Asked by Robert Davis on May 16, 2024

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A patient comes into the clinic reporting pain in her O.D. On examination, the nurse sees a pustule at the lid margin that is painful to touch, red, and swollen. What is the correct term for this finding?

A) Chalazion
B) Hordeolum
C) Blepharitis
D) Dacryocystitis

Hordeolum

A common eyelid infection, also known as a stye, characterized by a painful, red lump near the edge of the eyelid.

Chalazion

A chronic glandular cyst of the eyelid, resulting from the obstruction and inflammation of a meibomian gland, often presenting as a painless swelling.

Blepharitis

Inflammation of the eyelid margins, often causing redness, itching, and dandruff-like scales on eyelashes.

  • Distinguish typical eye diseases and irregularities, together with their management and guidelines for referral.
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Sarah MahmudMay 21, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
A hordeolum, or stye, is a painful, red, and swollen pustule at the lid margin. A chalazion is a nodule protruding on the lid, toward the inside, and is nontender, firm, with discrete swelling. Dacryocystitis is an inflammation of the lacrimal sac. Blepharitis is inflammation of the eyelids. The painful, red, swollen pustule at the lid margin on this patient's eyelid is a hordeolum or stye.