A&P - Hordeolum TR

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Hordeolum: Implement warm compresses. Rx antibiotic ointment. Rx oral antibiotic medication and f/u 1 week or prn. Pt understands that infected nodules usually arise from an underlying lid condition such as MGD or Blepharitis that would require chronic lid cleaning regimen consisting of warm compresses and lid scrubs.

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