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Definition of Chalazion
1. Noun. A small sebaceous cyst of the eyelid resulting when a Meibomian gland is blocked.
Definition of Chalazion
1. n. A small circumscribed tumor of the eyelid caused by retention of secretion, and by inflammation of the Melbomian glands.
Definition of Chalazion
1. Noun. A cyst in the eyelid, caused by inflammation of a blocked meibomian gland. ¹
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Definition of Chalazion
1. a tumor of the eyelid [n -ZIA or -ZIONS]
Medical Definition of Chalazion
1. A cyst within the eyelid due to a plugging of the Meibomian gland (in the eyelid). Treatment includes warm wet compresses. Surgical drainage may be required for those which do not respond to conservative measures. (27 Sep 1997)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Chalazion
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