4. Sensitivity to Light
Patients who are dealing with the onset of ectropion find that the eye starts to dry out. The scarring on the eyelids may also begin to affect the health of the corneal lens. The cornea is the part of the eye responsible for capturing images and sending signals to the brain. People who are dealing with chronic dry eye syndrome, brought about by the onset of ectropion, are at risk of damaging the corneal lens.
As the lens receives irritation from the scratching effect of the eyelid, it results in changes to the eye. The patient may find that they start to develop sensitivity to light sources. The light sensitivity continues over a few days, intensifying in its effects.
Eventually, the patient may find it hard to walk outside in bright sunlight without the use of sunglasses. The patient may also develop an aversion to watching TV, as the blue light from the screen causes problems with light sensitivity.