Why does a cyst appear on the eye and what to do?

Causes of the disease

Heredity is one of the main factors of the disease.
A cyst can appear in the womb, early or teenage years. Chronic illnesses, abuse of tobacco products, and various alcoholic beverages carry the greatest risk to the fetus. And they lead to the appearance of dermoids in the eyes. Another cause of the neoplasm can be trauma, wounds, mechanical damage, surgery, or removal of the pterygium. According to ophthalmologists, a parasitic and inflammatory process can lead to the disease. There are cases when the disease occurs without any prerequisites.

Impaired fluid outflow from the glands and inflammatory processes can be caused by low-quality decorative cosmetics. It contains a lot of oils that cause clogged pores.

Hypothermia also causes cyst formation. It is often found on the lower eyelid, but can also appear on the upper eyelid. The pathology is not related to the skin. If you press on it, it will be able to move freely. The eyelid turns red. And the sizes can vary from a few millimeters to 1 cm.

How does pathology manifest itself?

The tumor is localized on both the lower and upper eyelids. Sometimes this process occurs simultaneously on two eyelids. When palpated, a dense nodule is felt. Outwardly it looks like a slight protrusion of the upper or lower eyelid.

At the onset of the disease, many patients confuse chalazion with stye. But after 2 days, significant differences appear: the tumor becomes larger and painful.

The cyst of the lower eyelid or upper eyelid is not fused to the skin. Therefore, when pressed, it moves freely. The eyelid at the site of the tumor turns red. The size of the cyst ranges from several mm to 1 cm. The color of the chalazion is white or grayish.

If timely therapy is not carried out, then suppuration begins, which clinically manifests itself as follows:

• development of edema in the mucosal area;
• increased body temperature;
• itching in the area of ​​formation;
• lacrimation;
• pain.

As the chalazion grows, pressure occurs on the cornea of ​​the eye, which can lead to astigmatism and decreased visual acuity. A large cyst develops if the chalazion is not opened in time.

Moll cyst

With this disease, lacrimation and photophobia develop. Most often, the skin is hyperemic and swollen. Bubbling transparent rashes filled with liquid form inside the eyelid. They can merge together and fester.

Moll cyst

If left untreated, a person will begin to experience the following symptoms:

• general malaise;
• increased body temperature;
• neurological pain;
• hyperesthesia or paresthesia in the affected area.

Dermoid cyst

You can detect such a cyst by looking closely at the eyelid, and a small compaction first appears under the skin. As the inflammatory process progresses, this formation increases and begins to put pressure on adjacent tissues. Here are the main characteristics of a dermoid cyst:

• most often rounded in shape;
• elastic and dense to the touch;
• there is no pain when pressing;
• not fused to the skin;
• the skin does not change color, there are no rashes;
• remains unchanged for a long time.

At the initial stage, such a cyst does not bother a person in any way, but as it grows, vision may decrease, and there is also a risk of it degenerating into a cancerous tumor. Therefore, dermoid formations must be removed.

What is a dermoid cyst?

Dermoid is a benign neoplasm, a tumor in the form of a cyst, which forms as a result of pathologies of embryogenesis and blastogenesis.

The cyst is lined with keratinizing thin squamous epithelium, like the dermis, has a fibrous capsule and includes by-products of the skin. Dermoid cysts have cavity structures, which, during development in the embryonic period, are filled with various contents, such as particles of teeth, glands, skin, and fatty deposits. The most common location of a cystic formation is the outer or inner area of ​​the orbit of the eye.

Reasons for development

The occurrence of dermoid is associated with a disruption in intrauterine development. During the formation of the skin membranes, a portion of the ectoderm is detached from other zones, and an abnormal fusion of dermal tissue occurs. In certain cases, hormonal imbalances are a factor in the appearance of cysts. Many scientists believe that dermoids can also occur due to a genetic predisposition on the maternal side.

This disease can be caused by irradiation of the fetus.

The tumor is considered an abnormal formation. It appears from detached and displaced islands of the epidermis at 6-7 weeks of fetal formation. The main causes of the disease include:

• the effect of radiation on the fetus;
• long-term infectious diseases;
• use of drugs that cause teratogenic effects.

Symptoms of the disease

Small dermoid cysts develop asymptomatically. Increasing education is very risky for the life and well-being of a child. A small formation in the orbit of the eye may be hidden on the back of the eye and cause minor discomfort. Large tumors can move the eye forward or to the side, which leads to limiting the physical activity of the eye. As the cyst enlarges, it can be identified visually; a small bump will be visible through the skin or cornea, depending on its location. Common symptoms may include the following:

• elevated temperature;
• processes of inflammation or decay;
• drooping eyelid;
• optic nerve degeneration;
• general malaise.

In appearance, such a tumor is a round formation on the eye. Distinctive features of a dermoid cyst:

• yellow tint of the neoplasm;
• flat or convex (spherical) shape;

• germination of fine white hairs.

Causes of chalazion, Moll cyst and dermoid cyst

The production of thick secretion by the gland occurs due to various pathologies that are not fully understood. There is an opinion that most often this condition is caused by gastrointestinal diseases - gastritis, pancreatitis, enterocolitis, etc.

The thick secretion cannot be removed from the gland in a timely manner, resulting in its blockage and the formation of a cyst. If such a capsule begins to collapse or an infection penetrates into it, an inflammatory process will develop, which often leads to an abscess of the eyelid.

Frequent inflammation of the eyelid margins. These include: blepharitis, stye, demodicosis of the eyelid, injury to the eyelid when using contact lenses, cosmetics or false eyelashes, getting foreign objects, debris, etc. into the eyes. Allergies in the eyelid area are manifested by seborrheic blepharitis, hay fever, allergic conjunctivitis.

Chalazion

A Moll cyst can develop for the following reasons:

• herpes;
• allergy;
• papillomavirus;
• cosmetical tools.

A dermoid cyst on the eyelid appears due to hormonal imbalances in the body. Therefore, it is most often diagnosed during puberty, in pregnant women or during menopause. Another reason is the presence of trauma in this area.

Neoplasm of the eyelids

Types of pathology: brief description

Since there are many causes, experts consider several types of the disease:

• Congenital cyst. It appears in infants a few months after birth. The iris is stratified due to penetration of the corneal epithelium.
• Traumatic. Occurs after physical trauma or unsuccessful eye surgery.
• Glaucoma (exudative). It can form due to glaucoma or taking medications that contract the smooth muscles of the eye.
• Dermoid occurs due to disturbances in the development of epithelial cells. This neoplasm contains particles of skin and hair. It is also called teratoma.
• Spontaneous appears without specific reasons. In appearance it is like a small bead. This type includes serous and pearly cysts.

Neoplasms often appear on the connective membrane of the eye, but can also appear on the eyelid and extend to the temple. The cyst occurs without clearly defined symptoms. It does not cause any unpleasant sensations to a person. Often specialists diagnose it in later stages. For examination, special ophthalmic lenses and mirrors are used.

Symptoms

This pathology, like other benign formations, may not manifest itself for a long time. A dermoid cyst on the eyelid can be detected upon careful examination as a slightly elongated or rounded elastic “ball” localized under the skin. Symptoms of formation usually appear when it becomes inflamed, suppurates, increases in size, and begins to put pressure on nearby tissues and organs.

A cyst on the eyelid is characterized by the following:

• Usually has a round shape;
• Elastic and dense to the touch;
• Painless on palpation;
• Does not adhere to the skin;
• The skin over the dermoid cyst on the eyelid is of a normal color, without ulcerations, rashes, etc.;
• It does not increase in size for a long time.

The clinical manifestations of a dermoid cyst on the eyelid are usually determined by its size and the age of the patient. Dermoids, which are small in size, do not affect health and do not cause damage to the eye structures. With small sizes, this is just a cosmetic defect. However, as the formation begins to grow, it begins to interfere with clear vision. In addition, the risk of its inflammation and malignancy (the appearance of malignant properties) increases, which becomes the reason for its mandatory removal.

Cyst on the eye: eyelid, removal, treatment, causes, folk remedies, symptoms

A cyst on the eye is a benign tumor with fluid of various origins. Often the neoplasm is benign. Surgical treatment is recommended if a course of medications is not enough. The cavity resolves on its own. The cyst poses a risk to vision.

Often the neoplasm is benign.

Types of eye cysts

The disease is classified according to causes and clinical symptoms:

1. Congenital cavity - occurs due to dissection of the iris. It can develop within several years after birth, but appears at a young age before 7 years.
2. Spontaneous cyst on the eyelid - serous (in terms of fluid content) and pearly (resembles a white dense ball). The causes are unknown, cavities appear at any age. It is known as a lower eyelid cyst because it most often appears on the lower eyelid.

   
   Serous tumor of the upper eyelid.

3. The traumatic type (or corneal cyst) is formed due to the impact of epithelial cells on the eye organ. For example, an eyelash can get into the mucous membrane of the eye and gradually grow.
4. Exudative - develops due to eye diseases (for example, glaucoma).
5. Cyst on the conjunctiva of the eye - there are two types: implantation (after surgical treatment) and retention (due to stagnation of lymph and purulent fluid).

   
   Tumor on the conjunctiva of the eye organ.

6. Stromal - the cavity appears unexpectedly, can move throughout the eye, and then disappear. Causes significant discomfort.
7. Dermoid cyst of the eye - is formed due to fragments of epithelial cells of the hair, skin and nail plates.
8. A Moll cyst develops due to blockage of the sweat glands of the eye.

Most often, an eye cyst is conjunctival, as it occurs on the conjunctiva.

Symptoms

The neoplasm at the initial stage causes virtually no discomfort and grows asymptomatically. You can detect a cyst by external examination or palpation of the eyelids - the ball will be dense and painless, felt like a small nodule under the skin.

Most cysts are not detected after a couple of weeks because they resolve on their own. However, they often increase in size, causing significant discomfort and affecting vision. The neoplasm enters the second and third stages of development imperceptibly, showing clinical signs:

The tissues of the eyelid do not close tightly due to the tubercle that has arisen.

• narrowing of the field of vision - depending on the location of the eye, it ceases to cover most of the space. Most often it develops when the cyst is on the outside of the conjunctiva;
• clouding - vision becomes cloudy, the picture is not fully perceived, since the cyst actually blocks the view, being on the eyeball;

Swelling of the eyelids.

• flickering before the eyes;
• bright flashes on the back of the eyelids;
• dull pain that bursts the eye organ from the inside;
• the tissues of the eyelid do not close tightly due to the tubercle that has arisen, and deformation develops;
• redness of the eyeball;
• swelling of the eyelids (often affects the upper ones, less often the lower ones).

Externally, the cyst resembles a ball with yellow contents in the center. Many people mistake the tumor for a purulent pimple if it is located on the eyelids. The significant difference is that the cavity ball is dense and moves under pressure rather than being squeezed out like a pimple. Also, around the cyst on the eyelid there is no characteristic redness like inflammation.

Causes

The development of a cyst on the eye is provoked by a number of factors, mainly eye diseases:

1. Congenital abnormalities (for example, delamination of iris pigment).
2. Eye infections (conjunctivitis).
3. Diseases of the eyelids (stye).
4. Worm infestation.
5. Inflammation of the sclera.
6. Long-term course of treatment, including surgery to restore vision.
7. Mechanical damage.
8. Constant friction due to contact lenses.

In rare cases, decorative cosmetics and false eyelashes can provoke the unwanted development of a benign cavity.

The tumor also appears as a postoperative complication. Some causes of eye cysts are due to external influences (for example, dust or sand).

Diagnostics

To complete the picture, an ultrasound of the eyeball is performed.
Diagnostic procedures for eye tumors vary depending on the factors of formation. The tumor is detected using special equipment, including mirror and lens systems. To complete the picture, an ultrasound of the eyeball is performed (allows us to find out how deep the cyst is in the tissues of the eye). But, if the disease is caused by helminthic infestation or inflammation of the sclera, additional clinical blood tests are performed.

Symptoms of the disease

The neoplasm may have a red-brown, transparent, whitish-blue tint. Once these symptoms appear, you should consult a doctor. A timely diagnosed cyst is a guarantee of quick treatment.

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Symptoms

The early stages of development of the pathology pass without visible symptoms. The only thing that can worry a person is the feeling of a small knot under the fingers while examining the eyelid. In many cases, the formation resolves on its own after 2-3 weeks, without affecting your health in any way.

When self-resorption does not occur, the formation begins to actively grow. We are already talking about the fact that the cyst becomes similar in size to a pea, it is easy to visualize. During this period, the first unpleasant symptoms appear:

1. Vision decreases. At first it is difficult and then impossible for a person to focus his gaze on one object, a point.
2. The horizons become limited.
3. “Black dots and flies are flying before my eyes.”
4. Tearfulness increases.
5. Discomfort and pain occur during blinking and even at rest.
6. There is a sensation of a foreign body in the eye.

The cyst can now be clearly seen. It acquires a red-brown, white, blue tint. Can be completely transparent.

The appearance of alarming symptoms should be a reason to contact an ophthalmologist. Timely detection of a cyst is the key to successful, quick therapy and preservation of eye health.

Diagnosis of the most common DISEASES OF THE EYELIDS

What can a general practitioner advise patients with chronic blepharitis? How to recognize malignant neoplasms of the eyelids? How to manage patients with entropion and ectropion?

In medical practice, eyelid diseases are often encountered, which a general practitioner can treat independently. Conventionally, they are divided into three large groups: inflammatory and infectious diseases, benign and malignant tumors and eyelid deformities.

• Inflammatory and infectious diseases

External stye.

Stye is an acute staphylococcal infection of the hair follicle and adjacent glands. Accompanied by painful swelling at the leading edge of the eyelid, which gradually resolves. Styes go away on their own, and antibiotics and surgery are rarely needed.

Meibomian cyst.

The cause of the development of a meibomian cyst, or chalazion, is a blockage of the duct of the meibomian gland, the fatty gland of the cartilaginous plate of the eyelid. Each eyelid has about 30 glands that open at its posterior edge. The secretion of these glands serves to lubricate the edges of the eyelids and constitutes the outer lipid layer of the tear film.

The cyst contains sebum and becomes inflamed, forming walls of granulomatous tissue. It is a slowly growing painless tumor on the eyelid. A large cyst can put pressure on the cornea and cause astigmatic vision impairment. A chalazion is usually round in shape, hard to the touch and has the appearance of a granuloma when the eyelid is everted. If relapses occur, a biopsy should be performed to rule out meibomian gland carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma. Most cysts go away without treatment, but if they persist, they are excised and scraped out under local anesthesia, then antibiotic ointment is applied and the eye is tightly sealed with a bandage for several hours.

Internal stye.

It is an acute staphylococcal infection of the meibomian gland. The contents of such a lesion are released on the posterior edge of the eyelid, so this type of disease more often requires surgical intervention than external barley.

Other cysts.

Moll cysts are clear swellings found on the anterior margin of the eyelids. Zeiss cysts are not transparent, but are otherwise similar to Moll cysts. Their contents are aspirated using a needle or catheter.

Fatty cysts of the eyelids do not differ from similar cysts of any other location and also need to be removed.

Blepharitis.

Blepharitis is a chronic disease of the eyelid margin, often affecting the conjunctiva. The cause of this disease is not fully understood, but staphylococcal infection and seborrhea play an important role in the pathogenesis.

Seborrheic blepharitis indicates dysfunction of the Zeiss glands and often accompanies seborrheic dermatitis.

Dysfunction of the meibomian glands leads to the development of posterior blepharitis, in which lipid secretion increases, causing burning pain and blurred vision. This condition is often accompanied by anterior blepharitis.

Blepharitis is a common disease, although often missed by doctors, since the clinical signs are too subtle, despite the complaints of patients whose condition, as a rule, worsens in the morning.

Staph infection affects the base of the eyelashes, causing chronic irritation, itching and soreness, moderate photophobia and weeping. The blood vessels at the edges of the eyelids dilate. Clusters of dry flakes at the base of the eyelashes are called lace collars. After removal of such collars, small ulcers often remain on the edge of the eyelid, which tend to deepen and hypertrophy.

Sometimes the eyelashes curl inward, causing a foreign body sensation and damage to the cornea. Hypersensitivity to staphylococcal exotoxin can lead to inflammation of the inferior tarsal conjunctiva and punctate corneal erosions, usually affecting the lower third of the cornea.

Seborrhea can be oily or dry. It is believed that the excess neutral lipids produced in this condition are broken down by Corynebacterium acnes into irritating fatty acids.

Symptoms and signs of seborrheic blepharitis are similar to those of staphylococcal blepharitis, but less pronounced. The eyelids seem greasy and the eyelashes stick together. Soft scales are easily removed.

In posterior blepharitis, oil globules can sometimes be seen on the posterior edge of the eyelid, and the conjunctiva is moderately injected.

Styes, meibomian cysts and marginal keratitis often develop against the background of blepharitis.

Treatment of blepharitis consists of constant monitoring of the patient’s condition and minimizing the inconvenience that arises from it, since a cure is not possible. The mainstay of treatment is eyelid care, which includes removing crusts and toxic substances from the edges of the eyelids.

To do this, take a flannel or cotton ball soaked in a weak solution of baby shampoo or soda. This procedure is carried out twice a day, and less often when the condition stabilizes (as necessary).

If there are signs of a staphylococcal infection, antibacterial ointment is applied to the edges of the eyelids.

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For severe exacerbations, when the diagnosis is beyond doubt, 0.5% eye drops with prednisolone and neomycin or 0.5% hydrocortisone eye ointment can be prescribed. They quickly relieve discomfort and inflammation, but should not be used long-term due to the risk of developing iatrogenic glaucoma and cataracts.

Dry eyes are characteristic of staphylococcal blepharitis, and in this case artificial tears help. It is also important to treat other areas of seborrheic dermatitis, especially the scalp and eyebrows. Difficulties may occur in the treatment of posterior blepharitis, so it is better to refer such patients to the ophthalmology department. It may be necessary to re-examine the glands, which is best done using a slit lamp.

Benign tumors.

Molluscum contagiosum, a viral infection most often found in children, can also affect the eyelids. Desquamation of virus-laden cells causes follicular conjunctivitis and, rarely, superficial keratitis. The lesions are painless and look like pearls with a depression in the center. Treatment consists of squeezing or cauterization, but uncomplicated lesions should not be touched; they go away on their own.

Common benign skin tumors, including warts, squamous papillomas, dermoid and fatty cysts, actinic keratoses and seborrheic keratoses, also affect the eyelids. Less common are keratoacanthomas and cutaneous horn.

The principles of treatment are the same as for tumors of other locations, but any lesion requiring excision that crosses the edge of the eyelid should be referred to an ophthalmologist.

Hemangiomas.

Hemangiomas often occur in children, most often in the first six months of life. These flat and red lesions disappear spontaneously by age five, requiring no treatment unless they obstruct the visual axis. If in doubt, send your child to the eye department.

Xantellasma

- this is the accumulation of lipids in the medial part of both eyelids, they are slightly raised above the skin level and have a yellowish color; as a rule, they indicate an increase in blood lipid levels. They can be excised, but usually they appear again.

• Malignant tumors

Basal cell carcinomas (BCCs) are the most common malignant tumors of the eyelids. As a rule, they affect the lower eyelids and medial corner of the eye. The typical age of patients is 60 years and older.

The appearance varies from a pearl-like nodule to a typical “gnawed” ulcer. The sclerosing type is a flat formation with poorly defined boundaries

These tumors do not metastasize, but are prone to local invasion (especially those located in the medial corner of the eye). The method of choice in the treatment of such tumors is their removal, involving 3 mm of the eyelid margin, followed by histological examination.

Squamous cell carcinomas (SCC) account for only 5% of the total number of malignant eyelid tumors. They appear as an ulcerated area, nodule, or papilloma. They are characterized by faster growth than BCC and the ability to metastasize to the preauricular and submandibular lymph nodes.

Treatment is the same as for BCC, but a larger area is excised.

Sebaceous gland carcinoma is a rare tumor of the meibomian glands. It is a separate nodule of a slightly yellowish color; it can easily be mistaken for a relapse of chalazion. Multifocal tumors resemble chronic blepharitis with areas of inflammation along the eyelid margin.

This tumor metastasizes, with a five-year mortality rate of 30%, perhaps in part due to diagnostic difficulties. Treatment is surgical, the same as for PCI.

• Deformations of eyelids and eyelashes

Ectropion.

It is an inversion of the lower eyelid, leading to weeping and chronic inflammation of the conjunctiva. Gradually the conjunctiva hypertrophies and thickens.

A common form of involutional ectropion, in which the muscles and tendons weaken and the horizontal dimension of the lower eyelid lengthens. Due to the fact that the eyelid is not adjacent to the eyeball, there is an excessive amount of tears and damage to the cornea with the development of keratitis and a foreign body sensation.

Treatment depends on the degree of eyelid weakness. Mild weakness in the medial part of the eyelid is corrected by applying a thermal cautery to the conjunctiva. In more severe cases, eyelid shortening is required. Other causes of ectropion include scarring, both congenital and caused by facial paralysis.

Entropion.

Entropion is an inward turning of the eyelid, causing discomfort, photophobia, and weeping.

The most common form is involutional, or senile, entropion. The eyelid turns inward as its cartilaginous plate thins and atrophies, as a result of which the upper edge bends more than the lower one. The fatty layer of the palpebral fissure also becomes thinner, and enophthalmos is often observed, aggravating the patient’s condition.

Temporary relief comes from attaching the eyelid to the cheek with bandages or removing the eyelashes to prevent damage to the cornea. However, the radical treatment method is surgery.

Trichiasis.

Eyelashes that curl inward and scratch the cornea cause discomfort, photophobia and weeping, as in entropion. Treatment consists of epilation by electrolysis or cryotherapy at least every three months. The latter can lead to depigmentation of the eyelid margin, especially noticeable in dark-skinned patients.

Districhiasis.

In this condition, the patient has a second row of eyelashes on the inner edge of the eyelid. They can be congenital or appear as a result of scarring of the eyelids. Treatment is the same as for trichiasis.

Note!

• For recurrent meibomian gland cysts, it is necessary to rule out meibomian gland carcinoma using a biopsy.
• Treatment of blepharitis consists of strict monitoring of the patient’s condition and minimizing the inconvenience that arises from it. Therapeutic measures are based on eyelid care; if there are signs of staphylococcal infection, antibacterial ointment is applied to the edges of the eyelids. For severe exacerbations, prednisolone and neomycin drops quickly relieve discomfort and inflammation, but they should not be used for a long time
• The most common eyelid tumors are basal cell carcinomas. As a rule, they affect the lower eyelids and medial corner of the eye. The typical age of patients is 60 years and older. These tumors do not metastasize, but are prone to local invasion, especially those located in the medial corner of the eye
• Treatment of ectropion depends on the weakness of the eyelid. Slight weakness of the middle part of the eyelid is corrected by applying a thermal cautery to the conjunctiva. Medial conjunctival repair involves removing a diamond-shaped area of ​​tissue just below the reshaped area. In more severe cases, eyelid shortening is required
• With entropion, temporary relief comes from attaching the eyelid to the cheek with bandages or removing the eyelashes. The radical method of treatment is surgery

Causes

True Moll cysts develop against the background of blockage of the sweat glands of the same name . The main difference between these acquired cavities and congenital dermoids and Zeiss cysts is their contents - watery, without inclusions. Among the prerequisites for the appearance of cysts are:

• softening of the contents of the chalazion (blockage of the meibomian gland) with transformation into a cystic cavity;
• inflammatory diseases of the ciliary follicles, glands or skin of the eyelids - barley, demodicosis, blepharitis. They can worsen due to decreased immunity, local and general allergic reactions, the use of aggressive or low-quality cosmetics;
• ignoring hygiene standards coupled with mechanical irritation - touching the eyes with dirty hands, non-compliance with the rules of wearing contact lenses;
• traumatic and other injuries to the eyelids - this, in addition to serious injuries with violation of the integrity of the skin, includes the use of false eyelashes;
• previous colds and/or antibiotic therapy. These factors cause a decrease in immunity and disturbances in the gastrointestinal tract, which change the composition of the glandular secretion, complicating its outflow and provoking inflammation;
• hypothermia, both general and around the eyes;
• the use of a number of local ophthalmic drugs.

Attention! At the initial stage, manifestations of viral diseases - herpes or human papilloma - may be mistaken for a cyst of the eyelid.

Treatment of eyelid cyst

If everything is left to chance, this may lead to partial loss of vision and distortion of the lens (astigmatism). In medicine, several treatment methods are used: medication, surgery and laser. With the parasitic form, specialists practice an integrated approach. An examination with mirrors and a survey will help diagnose the origin of the cyst and determine treatment therapy.

Drug therapy

It is carried out in case of a neoplasm that appears when an infection enters the human body. Often such cysts resolve on their own. The patient is prescribed anti-inflammatory drugs, antipyretics, emulsions and drops to strengthen the immune system. For example, Sofradex, Albucid, Prednisol, Dexamethasone, Ophthalmoferon.

The duration of therapy is 14 days. Medicines may have side effects and contraindications. There is no need to self-medicate.

Surgical removal

Surgery provides a 100% guarantee of cure. This method is used if the cyst grows rapidly, causes discomfort to the patient, or is dermoid. There is no need to go to the hospital for surgery. A few hours after the operation, which lasts about 30 minutes, the patient is sent home.

Laser cyst removal

The rays have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. If the procedure is performed correctly, then the possibility of relapse is reduced to zero. It is performed under local anesthesia.

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Folk remedies

This method of treatment should be discussed with a doctor. This will help avoid complications and waste of time. The most common recipes:

• Chamomile decoction. The tea bag is brewed with boiling water, then strained. Using gauze, lotions are made. Chamomile has anti-inflammatory properties and a bactericidal effect.
• A mixture of honey and rose water is rubbed into the growth or an application is made.
• A compress is made from a decoction of guava leaves. A cotton pad is soaked in it and applied to the affected area for 10-15 minutes. This will help relieve redness and pain.
• A piece of fabric is soaked in a decoction of acacia leaves and applied to the eyelid 3 times a day for 10 minutes.
• Eyebright decoction is also used for compresses.

Certified specialists are categorical about traditional methods. They can cause an allergic reaction and itching, and infect the tumor. Symptoms of episcleritis may also occur.

Effective Treatments

Conservative method

Therapy for dermoid on the eyeballs depends on the location of the tumor. At the beginning of treatment measures, the size of the formation and the occurrence of inflammatory processes in it are established. If there are inflammatory reactions, physiotherapy is not prescribed, due to the fact that this process can cause a violation of the integrity of the cyst and the formation of an abscess. In this case, antibacterial therapy is performed. If the size is relatively small and the growth is not accompanied by infection, the following is prescribed:

One type of treatment is eyelid massage.

• hydrocortisone ointments;
• eye drops;
• UHF;
• eyelid massage;
• warming up;
• compresses.

Surgery

Elimination of dermoid tumors using classical surgical methods is considered the most reliable. The cyst membrane is directly removed, and this reduces the possibility of the disease returning. The process of eliminating the tumor begins with the introduction of anesthetics into the area of ​​the cyst for the purpose of pain relief, after which the ophthalmologist-surgeon opens the growth and eliminates the contents together with the surrounding tissues. The procedure ends with the application of a suture and a disinfected bandage. After surgery, special anti-inflammatory creams or eye drops are used.

Laser removal

Laser removal of dermoid formations is considered the most popular method for removing many types of cysts. This method has many advantages:

Most often, a dermoid cyst is removed by laser surgery.

• The operation is carried out with great precision, healthy cells are not damaged.
• The laser acts on the dermoid formation and destroys it.
• Insignificant degree of complications after surgery.
• Minimal contact with the conjunctivoid membrane, which prevents infection.

It is worth noting that not all cysts can be removed with medication or laser. This directly depends on the size and location of the formation.

Should I be concerned about malignant oncology?

This question is relevant for those who are faced with the treatment of benign neoplasms. The likelihood that the cyst will become malignant is high. Therefore, a timely diagnosed disease guarantees recovery. The cyst occurs in the choroid of the eye, so it goes unnoticed for a long time. The neoplasm affects:

• iris (the most common is a cyst of the neuroepithelial diaphragm);
• choroid - a pigmented layer responsible for the blood supply to the retina and the front of the eye;
• the ciliary body, which is responsible for focusing the eye on near and far objects.

Delayed therapy can result in:

• Lymphoma, which affects the middle of the eyeball, its tissues and tear ducts.
• Sebaceous carcinoma, similar to a stye or chalazion.
• Basal cell carcinoma - this pathology is prone to relapse, despite its complete removal.
• Melanoma.
• Squamous cell carcinoma, which is prone to metastases.
• Merkel's cancer is a cancer that grows quickly and has purple-colored fleshy masses.

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A cyst has appeared on the eye: is it dangerous and how to cure it forever?

23.10.2018

A cyst on the eye is a benign, round-shaped, voluminous neoplasm. The cyst responds well to treatment and does not lead to serious complications.

Cyst - what is it?

A round liquid formation that is located on the skin of the eyelid or on the membranes of the eye is called an ocular cyst. It is a liquid enclosed in a capsule. It occurs in both men and women in all age categories.

The cyst is benign, that is, it is not prone to degeneration into cancer. But it still requires treatment to prevent vision deterioration.

Classification

Depending on their location, cysts can be on the conjunctiva, cornea, retina, skin of the eyelids, and in the corners of the eyes. The most common is a conjunctival cyst.

Diagnosis of the disease

To make an accurate diagnosis of a cyst that has formed, it is worth going through a number of procedures:

1. External examination of the skin of the eyelids and face.
2. Visiometry - this study reveals a person’s visual acuity, which may be reduced due to certain diseases.
3. Perimetry.
4. Analgizemetry - allows you to determine the sensitivity of the cornea.
5. Biomicroscopy of the eye.
6. Examination of the eyes for the presence of transparency of their environment.
7. Ophthalmoscopy.

Chalazion treatment

If we talk about Moll cysts, then you will have to take scrapings from the affected skin to determine antibodies to the virus. A general blood test is also taken to determine whether inflammation is present in this disease. When diagnosing a dermoid cyst, computed tomography or MRI is considered an effective method; they visualize in detail the required area with the cyst.

Prevention of cysts on the eyelid

Following a few simple rules will help you recover quickly:

It is forbidden to scratch the tumor or open it yourself. A light superficial massage will help eliminate swelling.

Forecasts and methods of prevention

There are no direct methods for preventing conjunctival cysts. But the risk of its formation, like any other ophthalmological pathology, can be significantly reduced if you do not forget about visual hygiene, do not cause infectious diseases if they arise, and avoid eye injury. Even in the absence of complaints, it is recommended to undergo an examination by an ophthalmologist once a year.

Compliance with basic hygiene rules and regular visits to an ophthalmologist is the best prevention of neoplasms in the eyes

If there is a hereditary tendency to formations in the eye, you should be examined by an ophthalmologist at least twice a year. If a dermoid has been detected and removed, then in the next two to three months you should especially carefully monitor eye hygiene and avoid excessive stress on them. You should not spend too much time at the computer, TV, or get too carried away with reading, and in sunny weather, be sure to wear sunglasses.

If the cyst was identified and operated on in a timely manner, the prognosis is favorable; this pathology will not have any effect on visual acuity or quality of life. If the formation has reached a large size, complications may include a decrease in visual acuity and an increase in intraocular pressure.

Summary: a conjunctival cyst is not a health-threatening ophthalmological pathology. Often it does not make itself felt and does not bother the patient; sometimes it occurs only periodically and resolves on its own. But more often, the cyst begins to grow, turns into a noticeable cosmetic defect, impairs visual acuity and causes unpleasant symptoms. For this reason, it makes sense to immediately consult your doctor after detecting a suspicious tumor and determine further actions. Under unfavorable circumstances and lack of therapy, a conjunctival cyst can degenerate into a malignant tumor.

Possible consequences

Complications can arise if this disease is ignored for a long time. Dermoid formations are slow-growing, but without proper treatment they can cause serious consequences, such as:

When the disease becomes more complicated, the eye may become displaced.

• transformation from a benign tumor to a malignant one;
• damage to the optic nerve;
• mental disorders;
• displacement of the eyeball;
• significant limitation of eye mobility.

Types of conjunctival cysts

Diagnostics

Only an ophthalmologist can make a diagnosis and determine the method of adequate therapy.

As a rule, the cavity is visualized and a diagnosis can be made during the examination, but for its verification and differential diagnosis from other conditions, including malignant ones, there are a number of methods.

Diagnostic methods:

1. Clinical examination.
2. Intraocular tonometry (measurement of eye pressure).
3. Visometry. Visual acuity and fields are assessed.
4. Ophthalmoscopy: a non-contact diagnostic method, examining the fundus of the eye with a dilated pupil using a beam of light. Helps assess the condition of the fundus, optic disc, macula and blood vessels.
5. Ophthalmochronoscopy is the study of the choroid using light reflected from the fundus of the eye.
6. Bioophthalmoscopy is a diagnostic method using an ophthalmological microscope and a special lamp with a diaphragm for examining the anterior part of the eye and fundus.
7. Ultrasound biomicroscopy is a diagnostic option that allows you to examine the internal structures of the eye that are inaccessible to external methods. This technique is indispensable for diagnosing neoplasms.
8. Ultrasound of the eye is a non-contact diagnostic method performed through the skin of the eyelids.
9. Computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) may be required to clarify the location of the tumor.
10. Puncture and biopsy of the cyst contents.

Upon examination, it should be distinguished from other tumor-like formations, such as papilloma, atheroma, xanthoma.

What distinguishes a dermoid cyst from an atheroma (a tumor-like formation resulting from blockage of the sebaceous gland duct) is that the atheroma is always fused to the skin and is softer.

Papilloma is a flesh-colored or brown formation, usually has a stalk on which it “hangs” from the skin.

Xanthoma is a yellow formation that develops due to lipid metabolism disorders, located in the fold of the eyelids.

Prevention of conjunctival cysts

This neoplasm is not dangerous if it is detected early and treated adequately. Preventive measures that will help avoid its occurrence are as follows:

• regular preventive examinations with an ophthalmologist;
• compliance with hygiene rules when using contact lenses;
• using high-quality eye cosmetics that have not expired;
• strict adherence to the doctor’s recommendations after ophthalmic surgery;
• minimizing the impact of irritating factors on the eyes;
• complete nutrition, providing the body with all the necessary vitamins and microelements;
• minimizing the risk of eye injury.

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Entropion (turning of the eyelids)

This is an incorrect position of the upper, lower or both eyelids, in which the free edge of the eyelid is shifted inward towards the eyeball.

There are 2 types of entropion:

1. Congenital:

• hereditary etiology: the genetic basis for the development of entropion has not been established. There is a breed predisposition: Chow Chow, Shar Pei, St. Bernard, Leonberger, Bernese Mountain Dog, Cocker Spaniel, English Bulldog, Labrador Retriever, Mastiffs;
• the presence of skin folds, lack of tone of the skin of the eyelids, the size of the eyeball, the length of the palpebral fissure - all these are predisposing factors to the development of entropion;

1. Acquired:

• Spastic (resulting in soreness in the eye area)
• Scarring (from injury or chronic inflammation in the area)

The clinical manifestations of this pathology are very diverse - from asymptomatic disease to more severe clinical manifestations (blepharospasm, epiphora, corneal diseases)

Diagnosis: complete ophthalmological examination + fluorescein staining of the cornea.

Treatment: surgical eyelid surgery

Complications

If a cyst occurred on the lower or upper eyelid, and it was removed in time or a course of drug therapy was prescribed, then the main concern that should be avoided is a relapse. Another risk associated with the appearance of a tumor is its malignancy. The percentage of malignancy is quite high; only timely diagnosis and properly selected treatment will help to avoid this.

In an advanced state, a benign formation often becomes the cause of visual impairment. Even after the removal of the cyst, it is not always possible to completely restore vision. This once again speaks to the need for timely diagnosis and therapy.