Baby Eyelid Inversion: Natural Healing vs Surgery, What Parents Need to Know

Is surgery necessary for infant eyelid entropion?

 

Most cases of infant entropion of the eyelid improve naturally as they grow, but
If the eyelashes continuously irritate the eyes and there is concern about corneal damage
Early surgery may be necessary.

 

 

Could my baby possibly have entropion?

 

Recently, our baby keeps rubbing their eyes.
I became worried because I started crying more.

I found out through my search that it might be 'baby eyelid entropion.'

In-turned eyelids occur when the eyelids fold inward.
It refers to a condition where eyelashes poke the eyes.
It is quite commonly found in newborns or infants.

 

 

💠Symptoms of Entropion, How They Appear

 

If these symptoms appear in a baby, you should consider the possibility:

 

- Frequently rubs eyes
- Tear production increases
- Frequently frowns or furrows the brow
- Conjunctival redness, frequent eye discharge
- When looking at the light, they blink their eyes vigorously.

 

In particular, if the entropion symptom is left untreated
Causing a wound on the cornea can lead to vision impairment.
Therefore, quick verification is important.

 

 

💠 Infant entropion of the eyelid, should it always be treated with surgery?

 

To get to the point,
✅ Mild cases: The facial shape may change as the child grows, and it can improve naturally.
✅ In case of severe symptoms: surgery should be considered.

 

Eyelid entropion surgery is usually performed after the age of 2 to 3 years.
It is performed when natural correction is not possible and there is concern about corneal damage.
The surgery itself is relatively simple, but
To minimize scars or changes in eyelid shape after surgery
Finding a skilled specialist is important.

 

 

 

 

💠Eyelid entropion treatment does not only involve surgery.

Not all entropion cases are candidates for surgery.

There are also non-surgical management methods.

 

Use artificial tears to reduce eye irritation
Hygiene management for infection prevention
- Avoid excessive eye stimulation (such as rubbing)

 

Hospitals often recommend close monitoring of the patient's progress, and
In severe cases, surgery is often recommended for the treatment of entropion.

 

 

How should I choose a hospital for entropion treatment?

 

Baby's eyes are more sensitive than adults'.
It is good to find a hospital with a pediatric ophthalmologist.

 

Pediatric ophthalmologist with extensive surgical experience
A place with a well-established postoperative care system
- Hospitals available for collaborative treatment if necessary

 

Especially because the child is very easily frightened.
It's also good to check the hospital's atmosphere in advance.

 

 

 

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- Infant entropion sometimes improves naturally, but
- Consider surgery if there is continuous eye irritation or risk of corneal damage
- The timing of surgery is usually after 2 to 3 years of age.
- Non-surgical management can also be an important alternative.
- You must receive treatment at a specialized pediatric ophthalmology clinic.