The following features are indicative of Blepharitis:
sensitivity to light
red eyes
itchy eyelids
watery eyes
a gritty, burning or stinging sensation in the eyes
red, swollen eyelids
eyelids that appear greasy
eyelid sticking
flaking of the skin around the eyes
more frequent blinking
crusted eyelashes upon awakening
loss of eyelashes
misdirected eyelashes
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Common Causes of Blepharitis
The following are the most common causes of Blepharitis:
seborrheic dermatitis
clogged or malfunctioning oil glands in the eyelids
rosacea
allergies
eyelash mites or lice
Risk Factors for Blepharitis
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Blepharitis:
dry eye
acne rosacea
seborrheic dermatitis
demodicosis
isotretinoin
giant papillary conjunctivitis
Prevention of Blepharitis
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Blepharitis. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
wash the eyelids daily with proper care
Occurrence of Blepharitis
Number of Cases
The following are the number of Blepharitis cases seen each year worldwide:
Very common > 10 Million cases
Common Age Group
Blepharitis can occur at any age.
Common Gender
Blepharitis can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Blepharitis
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Blepharitis:
Eyelids examination: To examine and diagnose eye or eyelids problems
Swabbing skin for testing: To detect the signs of fungi, bacteria or allergy
Doctor for Diagnosis of Blepharitis
Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Blepharitis:
Ophthalmologist
Complications of Blepharitis if untreated
Yes, Blepharitis causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Blepharitis is left untreated:
eyelid scarring
excess tearing
difficulty in wearing contact lenses
development of a chalazion or a stye
conjunctivitis
keratitis
corneal ulcer or irritation
Procedures for Treatment of Blepharitis
The following procedures are used to treat Blepharitis:
Blepharoplasty: To correct puffy bags below the eyes and drooping upper lids
Self-care for Blepharitis
The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Blepharitis:
Lubricate eyes: Helps in relieving dry eyes
Use a dandruff-controlling shampoo: Reduces blepharitis signs and symptoms
Clean eyes daily: Helps in preventing blepharitis
Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Blepharitis
The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Blepharitis:
Omega-3 fatty acids: Helpful in relieving the the symptoms of blepharitis
Time for Treatment of Blepharitis
While time-period of treatment for each patient may vary, below is the typical time-period for Blepharitis to resolve if treated properly under an expert supervision: