Is praying to gods and worshipping Buddha effective for trichiasis?

Written by Zheng Xin

Ophthalmology

Updated on September 27, 2024

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Trichiasis generally has two types, one is simple trichiasis, which can be treated through electrolysis. By using an electric needle to destroy the hair follicle, the follicle will no longer produce eyelashes. The other type is caused by entropion of the eyelid, which requires surgical correction of the entropion to be cured. Therefore, the treatment of trichiasis needs to be conducted in a hospital; praying to gods and worshipping is of no effect and serves only as a psychological effect.

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How to deal with inverted eyelashes

For trichiasis, it first depends on the nature of the ingrown eyelashes. If there are only a few, such as one or two, it is recommended to pluck them out. For some people, once these are plucked, the new eyelashes may grow back in the correct position, so no further treatment is necessary. If the ingrown eyelashes recur repeatedly as individual lashes, electrolysis of the hair follicle can be performed to destroy the follicle, preventing the eyelashes from growing back. However, because this is a destructive procedure, many hospitals have discontinued it, though some still offer this treatment. If there are many ingrown eyelashes, appearing in rows, the treatment depends on the position of the eyelid. Eyelash correction surgery may be necessary. Depending on the specific situation, excision of the tarsal plate to correct the trichiasis can be considered as well.

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Will trichiasis cause the eyes to tear?

Trichiasis can cause the eyes to tear. Patients with trichiasis exhibit significant tearing symptoms because the cornea is rich in nerve endings and is very sensitive to foreign stimuli. In trichiasis, the eyelashes poke and irritate the cornea, thus stimulating the nerve endings and causing reflex tearing. Therefore, patients with trichiasis should be treated promptly to avoid irreversible damage to the cornea, such as scars or corneal ulcers. For minor trichiasis, local electrolysis can be used to destroy the hair follicles so they no longer grow; for more severe cases, it is recommended to visit a hospital for surgical correction of the trichiasis.

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Do a few inverted eyelashes need surgery?

If there are only a few inverted eyelashes, electrolysis of the eyelashes can be conducted. If there are many, surgical correction can be considered. The technology for surgical correction is currently quite mature, so there are generally not many problems. Inverted eyelashes must be treated. If left untreated, they can cause damage to the cornea. Damage to the cornea can lead to the growth of new blood vessels, resulting in a thin haze over the cornea, spots, and white patches, severely affecting vision. Although inverted eyelashes might seem like a minor issue, if not treated promptly, they can lead to serious complications. However, complete recovery is possible with treatment. It’s important to rest regularly, reduce close-up tasks, and use some corneal protective eye drops, such as sodium hyaluronate eye drops, and anti-inflammatory eye drops, such as levofloxacin eye drops. (Please use medication under the guidance of a doctor.)

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Does removing inverted eyelashes have any impact on the eyes?

After removing the misdirected eyelashes, it generally does not significantly affect the eyes. However, if they regrow after being plucked, they tend to be harder than before. Repeated plucking can cause inflammation of the eyelid and conjunctiva, long-term abrasion of the cornea, and may lead to the formation of new blood vessels in the cornea. Sometimes, it can also lead to corneal vascularization. Therefore, plucking is not advised. If there are only a few eyelashes, electrolysis can be performed; if there are many, surgical correction is possible, and generally, the results of the surgery are quite good. In such cases, it is advisable to use anti-inflammatory eye drops and eye drops that protect the corneal epithelium, such as levofloxacin and sodium hyaluronate eye drops. (Please consult a doctor before using any medication.)

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Can opening the eye corner cure trichiasis?

Trichiasis, if caused by epicanthus, can be corrected by canthoplasty. If it is not caused by epicanthus but by entropion of the eyelid, canthoplasty will not be effective. For trichiasis with few lashes involved, electrolysis can be used for treatment. If there are many lashes involved in trichiasis, entropion surgery can be performed. The surgery is minor and complete recovery is possible; usually, dressings are changed after surgery and recovery can be expected within about a week. If trichiasis severely wears down the cornea, active treatment should be sought to protect vision and the cornea.