Distichiasis
Hereditary and congenital condition
Extra posterior row of cilia, occasionally present in all four lids
Partial
Complete
They occupy the position of meibomian gland orifices
Eyelashes may irritate cause to corneal epithelial defects
May be also seen in Stevens Johnson’s syndrome—acquired distichiasis
Treatment:
By cryotherapy or excision with grafting.
Hereditary and congenital condition
Extra posterior row of cilia, occasionally present in all four lids
Partial
Complete
They occupy the position of meibomian gland orifices
Eyelashes may irritate cause to corneal epithelial defects
May be also seen in Stevens Johnson’s syndrome—acquired distichiasis
Treatment:
By cryotherapy or excision with grafting.
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