Multiple choice

What is the infection of Zeis gland called?

  1. Hordeolum

  2. Chalazion

  3. Blepharitis

  4. Ectropion

  5. Ablepharia

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Explanation

Hordeolum or styes is an infection of the sebaceous glands of zeis usually caused by Staphylococcus aureus bacteria. It is characterized by an acute onset of symptoms, and it looks like a red bump placed underneath the eyelid. The main symptoms of styes include pain, redness of the eyelid and sometimes swollen eyelids.