LAGOPHTHALMOS

Lagophthalmos is the inability to close either one or both eyes.

The causes of lagophthalmos includes ptosis, Bell’s palsy, graves opthalmopathy, Surgery et.c

Types of lagophthalmos includes nocturnal lagophthalmos, paralytic lagophthalmos and cicatrical lagophthalmos..

Signs and symptoms includes gritty sensation, dry eyes, Cornea ulcer, et.c.

Treatment most times involves surgical intervention especially in cases of paralytic lagophthalmos