Question

12) Following these eyelash disorders which is possible due to poor hygienic
a) Madarosis b) Phthriasis palpebrarum
c) Poliosis d) Distichiasis​

Answer 1

Answer:

Eyelashes are important anatomical structures that protect the eye by stopping particulate matter from getting to the eye and also by diverting water and wind.[1] Lashes also have a strong sensory innervation making them capable of detecting noxious agents with appropriate protective responses by the eyelids and the periorbital muscles. A large number of congenital and acquired diseases and conditions can affect eyelashes. It is important to identify the cause where possible and understand how the lashes behave differently from the normal before corrective measures are undertaken.

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Answer 2

Eyelashes are important anatomical structures that protect the eye by stopping particulate matter from getting to the eye and also by diverting water and wind.[1] Lashes also have a strong sensory innervation making them capable of detecting noxious agents with appropriate protective responses by the eyelids and the periorbital muscles. A large number of congenital and acquired diseases and conditions can affect eyelashes. It is important to identify the cause where possible and understand how the lashes behave differently from the normal before corrective measures are undertaken.

A comprehensive overview of all diseases and conditions that directly affect eyelashes is presented