Enophthalmia
Enophthalmia is a medical condition characterized by the posterior displacement of the eye within the orbit. This condition can be a result of various underlying causes, including trauma, aging, and certain diseases.
Causes[edit | edit source]
Enophthalmia can be caused by a variety of factors. These include:
- Trauma: Trauma to the orbit can cause damage to the tissues and bones surrounding the eye, leading to enophthalmia.
- Aging: As a person ages, the fat and soft tissues in the orbit can atrophy, causing the eye to sink back into the socket.
- Diseases: Certain diseases, such as Horner's syndrome, scleroderma, and silent sinus syndrome, can cause enophthalmia.
Symptoms[edit | edit source]
The primary symptom of enophthalmia is the noticeable sinking of the eye into the socket. Other symptoms can include:
Diagnosis[edit | edit source]
Diagnosis of enophthalmia typically involves a thorough eye examination by an ophthalmologist. This may include:
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Treatment for enophthalmia depends on the underlying cause. This may include:
- Surgery: In cases where trauma or disease has caused significant damage, surgery may be necessary to repair the orbit and reposition the eye.
- Medication: If an underlying disease is causing the enophthalmia, medication may be used to manage the condition.
- Observation: In some cases, no treatment is necessary and the condition can be managed with regular monitoring.
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