Purpose of Screening
- Determining the degree of upper lid tissue laxity.
- Diagnosing causes of chronic conjunctivitis.
- Evaluating the link between dry eye and sleep disorders.
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Struggling with chronic eye irritation upon waking? This specialized screening identifies upper lid laxity and tarsal elasticity issues, often linked to sleep apnea, providing a clear path to lasting ocular relief.
Scientific name: Floppy Eyelid Syndrome (FES) Screening
A clinical assessment focusing on upper lid laxity and tarsal plate elasticity. It diagnoses chronic papillary conjunctivitis and nocturnal dry eye caused by lid tissue instability and associated sleep conditions.
Service type
Clinical Examination
Duration
15-20 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Upper lid laxity assessment
- Tarsal plate elasticity check
- Papillary conjunctivitis screening
Medical Service Information
Target Groups
- Individuals with eye irritation upon waking.
- Patients with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA).
- Dry eye patients unresponsive to standard treatments.
What to Expect
- Manual lid eversion susceptibility test.
- Slit-lamp examination of the ocular surface.
- Review of health history related to sleep quality.
Conditions & Notices
- No prior conditions required