What is a temporary treatment method for entropion?

Viscous lubrication serves as a temporary treatment method for entropion by providing a protective barrier over the eye's surface, alleviating discomfort caused by the inward rolling of the eyelids. This lubrication can help keep the eye moist and reduce irritation from the eyelids constantly rubbing against the cornea. For patients suffering from entropion, viscous lubricants can be particularly advantageous as they help to prevent corneal damage and provide symptomatic relief until a more permanent surgical solution can be performed.

While topical antibiotics may help prevent secondary infections in cases where the cornea is compromised, they do not address the root cause of entropion itself, which is the eyelid's positioning. Laser therapy can be used to suture or reshape eyelid tissue in some situations but is not typically a temporary solution for immediate symptom relief. Oral medications might be applicable in managing pain or inflammation but do not offer the direct protective effect on the eye that lubrication provides.

Therefore, in the context of temporary management of entropion, viscous lubrication is the most effective choice for providing immediate comfort and protection to the affected eye.