Bell’s Palsy

What is Bell’s Palsy? Bell’s palsy is a weakness or paralysis of the facial muscles which is innervated by the seventh cranial nerve. It is usually temporary and unilateral. Between 40 and fifty thousand people in America develop Bell’s palsy. It is much more common in diabetics. It was first … [Read more...]

Chalazion

LARGE CHALAZION UPPER LID

What is a Chalazion? A Chalazion is a very common eye disease which is usually characterized by swelling and/or nodule of the eyelid. It occurs more often on the upper eyelid versus the lower eyelid. This is secondary to the greater number of meibomian glands in the upper eyelid. The prevalence … [Read more...]