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trochleitis

inflammation of the trochlea Pathology: - inflammation of the superior oblique tendon trochlea apparatus - inflammation causes swelling & fraying of the superior oblique tendon which increases friction of the tendon passing through the trochlea which in turn adds to the inflammation Clinical manifestations: - localized swelling, tenderness, & severe pain around the affected eye - point tenderness in the upper medial rim of the orbit Complications: - may trigger or worsen migraines

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disease interactions

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General

inflammation eye disease (ophthalmopathy)

References

  1. Wikipedia: Trochleitis http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Trochleitis