The appearance of unpleasant sensations in the eyelid can indicate the presence of serious diseases. If the duct is blocked, an accumulation of secretion forms and a slight neoplasm of the rounded figure occurs. In addition, there is also such a disease - Moll cyst. In this case, the functionality of the sweat gland of the organs of vision is impaired.
Moll cyst is a very common disease that causes severe pain, which is also accompanied by burning. It is an inflammation of the sebaceous glands. These glands are found on the entire surface of the human body. In some circumstances, they become clogged, as a result of which inflammatory processes develop. A cyst is a dense formation filled with fluid and having well-defined boundaries.
Causes
There are many reasons why a disease develops.
Quite often, a cyst occurs due to poor hygiene. Bacteria that enter the eyes through the palms cause inflammation.
A cyst can occur after receiving an eyelid injury, since during this period the integrity of the skin is impaired.
Contact lens wearers, who also do not comply with hygiene rules, often encounter this ailment.
Decreased immunity and excessive use of antibiotics cause changes in the normal composition of the lacrimal secretion.
The operation of low-quality and cheap cosmetics can provoke inflammatory processes. For their manufacture, harmful materials are usually used, which lead to clogging of the pores.
Various allergic reactions can lead to this disease.
Experts conclude that constant hypothermia is the main factor for the development of cysts.
As a rule, the Mall cyst does not need surgical treatment, it passes by itself over time. It is recommended to use antiseptic drugs. However, if a cyst worries a person for several days, you need to consult a doctor. Do not postpone a visit to a specialist.
Symptoms
Moll cyst - a disease associated with a malfunction of the glands located on the shell of the eye. Symptoms of the disease develop gradually and bring great discomfort to the patient. A tumor, similar to a small grain, appears under the skin of the eyelid, with palpation it is easily palpated and causes pain. Most patients confuse the Mall cyst with barley, since they have similar symptoms in the initial stages of the development of the disease.
Throughout the illness, the patient develops severe swelling of the eye, and body temperature rises. Itching of the eye and the eyelid itself is constantly felt due to uncontrolled tearing, severe pain occurs. The feeling of discomfort does not leave the patient throughout the entire time, his eyesight quickly worsens. If several neoplasms occur in one place, all symptoms appear in multiple sizes, and purulent stagnations form in the places of their appearance. At the initial stage, the Mall cyst can be considered as a benign tumor, but if untreated, the tumor can become a malignant neoplasm.
Diagnostics
Moll cyst is a neoplasm of the benign type, which looks like a translucent bubble and is located on the eyelid below or above the eyelashes. The neoplasm is filled with a colorless or yellow liquid.
On examination, an ophthalmologist may suggest the development of a patient’s Mall cyst. But attention should be paid both to the eyelids and to the condition of the skin: in the presence of similar rashes, we can talk about the addition of a viral tumor, therefore, additional studies are necessary. Typically, the patient is prescribed:
- ophthalmoscopy - helps to detect pathological changes in the fundus of the eye;
- visiometry - allows you to assess possible visual impairment with a Mall cyst;
- analgesia for assessing the sensitivity of the cornea, which is noted with herpes in the eye;
- biomicroscopy - an ophthalmologist examines the optical structure of the eye using a slit lamp;
- examination of excised tissues that were obtained after removal of the cyst.
This examination is carried out with a difficult to establish the type of tumor or the symptoms of a malignant course. The sequence of the diagnostic algorithm may not always consist of all of the above studies - many of them are carried out only when indications arise.
How to treat a Mall cyst?
It is a small bubble on the eyelid filled with a clear liquid. It belongs to the type of benign neoplasms and does not significantly harm the health of its owner. A cyst does not always cause pain, but always causes discomfort. Treatment of a cyst will depend on its size and the number of inflammations that appear. Surgical intervention is not required, since the vial with the liquid with the right treatment will disappear on its own.
The most effective drugs
In the event that the neoplasm is small, it is necessary to use antibacterial drugs for treatment of the Mall cyst on the eyelid, a photo of which is not provided for ethical reasons.
- Antiviral ointments for external use: "Acyclovir", "Hydrocortisone" and yellow mercury ointment. Dosage will be selected taking into account the general condition of the patient.
- Antiseptic fluids: iodine, brilliant green, Furicin.
- Antiherpetic drugs for oral administration.
- Novocainic blockade for severe pain.
- Anti-inflammatory drops that relieve swelling.
Do I need to use physiotherapy?
To quickly eliminate the neoplasm, it is recommended to accompany drug treatment with physiotherapeutic procedures. You can use warm warming compresses, which are put on the eyelids for several minutes. After this procedure, eyelid massage in the area of eyelash growth is performed.
Surgery
It happens that it is impossible to cure the Mall cyst by general methods, in this case it is necessary to resort to surgery. The cyst must be removed if this is not done, that is, there is a huge risk to health.
This operation is not classified as complex. During it, the doctor simply squeezes the cyst formation site and removes all its contents with a sharp object. The duration of the operation usually does not exceed half an hour, and almost immediately after its completion, the patient is sent home. Any operation to remove a cyst from the eye is performed under local anesthesia. To avoid the inflammatory process after surgery, doctors place an ointment with a disinfecting effect on the place where the cyst was. The patient’s eye must be bandaged, and the bandage can be removed after three days, but only after examination by a specialist.
Who is contraindicated in surgery?
It is forbidden to perform an operation to remove the Mall cyst:
- women in position;
- people who have diabetes;
- in the presence of sexually transmitted diseases or if the existing inflammation has become severe.
In all other cases, surgery is allowed.
Laser removal
The mildest way to treat the disease is laser removal of the cyst. It treats the disease without leaving the boundaries of the affected area, and does not damage healthy parts. Patient recovery after laser therapy is much faster than after a general operation, since less cosmetic harm is inflicted on a person. Thanks to modern medical technologies that are available in almost every clinic, the cyst can be quickly cured and almost one hundred percent guaranteed that there will be no relapse. In addition, laser exposure eliminates various bacteria from the tissue, the whole procedure is completely sterile and very simple.
The dermoid cyst is different in structure from all others. During the procedure for its removal, all actions should be as accurate as possible. If even the most microscopic particle is accidentally left on the eye, this can lead to the formation of an inflammatory process or, even worse, a repeat of the disease. Often this disease manifests itself in children, as it relates to congenital paralogical diseases. It should be remembered that any erroneous surgical intervention can entail serious complications.