PengueculaH11.11

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Eyelid fissure

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Harmless yellowish deposits in the conjunctiva of the eye in older people.

ManifestationThis section has been translated automatically.

Especially people with high UV exposure (e.g. farmers).

Clinical featuresThis section has been translated automatically.

Usually yellowish spots on both sides of the eyelid at 3 and 9 o'clock.

HistologyThis section has been translated automatically.

Hyaline degeneration of the connective tissue of the conjunctiva.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020