noun
- a condition in which the eyelid turns inward, causing the eyelashes to rub against the eyeball
Usage: medical
Examples
- The elderly patient developed entropion in her lower eyelid.
- Entropion can cause significant discomfort and irritation to the eye.
- The veterinarian diagnosed the dog with entropion affecting both eyes.
- Surgery is often required to correct severe cases of entropion.
- The constant rubbing from entropion can lead to corneal damage.
- Entropion is more common in older adults due to weakening eyelid muscles.