MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

NEUROLOGY

SURGERY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Drooping of the upper eyelid
A
Astigmatism
B
Strabismus
C
Ptosis
D
Laceration
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Eyelid drooping is often a combination of both conditions. The problem is also called ptosis. Drooping of the eyelid is called ptosis. Ptosis may result from damage to the nerve that controls the muscles of the eyelid, problems with the muscle strength (as in myasthenia gravis), or from swelling of the lid.

Detailed explanation-2: -Surgery to elevate the eyelid can correct ptosis in most people. NYU Langone doctors may recommend surgery if a droopy eyelid is significantly affecting your ability to see, or if your vision is not compromised but you would like to correct the eyelid for cosmetic reasons.

Detailed explanation-3: -Oculomotor Nerve (Cranial Nerve III) Ptosis (a droopy eyelid) and diplopia are the hallmark symptoms of third nerve palsies. Disruption may occur at any location along the path of the nerve and subsequent paresis may occur in any muscle or combination of muscles innervated by the oculomotor nerve.

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