Meibomian cyst
An inflammation of the oil gland of the eyelid. Also known as chalazion or tarsal cyst.
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A type of gland in the eyelids that makes a lubricant called sebum which is discharged through tiny openings in the edges of the lids. The meibomian glands can become inflamed, a condition termed meibomianitis or meibomitis, due to allergy, acne in adolescence, and rosacea. Chronic inflammation of the meibomian glands leads to cysts, called […]
- Meibomianitis
Inflammation of the little glands in the tarsus of the eyelids. Chronic inflammation of these glands can lead to a lump in the eyelid known as a chalazion. Also known as meibomitis.
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