Coloboma is an embryologic condition where a tissue does not form completely..
It could affect the iris, the lens, and the optic disc.
Coloboma consequences ranges from no effect in vision to complete blindness depending on the area of the eye that is affected
Lisch nodules are small benign , pigmented bumps that appear on the iris (colored part of the eyes).
They are the Hallmark of neurofibromatosis 1.
This lisch nodules is usually seen at birth eventually increase as one gets older . They appear as light Brown or yellowish brown
Lisch nodules are benign and do not affect vision.
This is angle closure Glaucoma that’s is attributed to a known cause, e.g trauma, inflammation etc.
This particular condition most times comes with iris inflammation. Signs and symptoms includes pain, red eyes, fixed and dilated pupils, cornea odema ( occasionally).
Treatment includes hyperosmotics, miotics and anti Glaucoma drugs, while ensuring that the primary cause is properly treated.
Prognosis is very good, but delayed treatment can result in fatal consequences.
This is a rare type of skin cancer that affects the lids.
It is very aggressive and has a high mortality and morbidity rate.
It is painless and appears as a nodule or plaque with hyperkeratotic or ulcerated surface.
Since it multiplies really fast, it’ is early detection is key to Good prognosis during treatment.
Risk factors includes, regular exposure to uv rays, fair skin, preexisting skin condition.
This is a non cancerous growth appearing as a wax brown tan, usually on the lower eye lid.
This growth is quite common and usually starts at an early age while progressing as one grows older.
Seborrheic keratosis is quite harmless but it can be removed if you find it discomforting.
Conjunctival lymphangioma occurs when the lymphatic vessels of the conjunctival dilate and enlarge forming a cyst.
It can appear as a single or multiple cystic lesions. Causes are unknown but then , it has been attributed to poor development of the lymphatic system..
Signs and symptoms includes, reddish lumps, foreign body sensation et.c
Treatment often involves surgical removal or aspiration if it becomes problematic.
This is a harmless growth on the outer surface of the eye. It is usually associated with people with human papilloma virus.
Normally this growth harmless but it can be discomforting, causing itching, pain, blurry vision.
Normally if is not causing any problem, it can be ignored. But can be removed surgically depending on the size and location.
Conjunctival pyogenic granuloma is a benign vascular proliferative growth, found on the conjunctiva. They appear as red or purple mass on the conjunctiva surface.
This condition is usually associated with trauma and surgery or even irritation.
The term pyogenic is oftentimes misleading as conjunctiva pyogenic granuloma is never as a result of infection, neither is it infectious. This condition is usually mistaken for hordeolum or chalazion
It can be treated with topical steroids and topical beta blockers. It can also be excised.
Uveal melanoma is a malignant cancer that affect the uveal tract. It basically cuts across the iris, ciliary and choroid.
Signs and symptoms includes blurry vision , vision loss, photopsia
This is a rare non Hodgkin’s lymphoma that affects the LACRIMAL GLAND. This lacrimal gland Iocated above the eye and it’s responsible for production of tears.
This condition mainly affects older women..
It can be diagnosed by an MRI and CT scan to get the full extent of the tumour.
Treatment usually involves chemotherapy, radiation therapy, and surgical removal of the tumour.
