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Medical Conditions - Blepharitis

Inflammation of the part of the eyelids where the eyelashes grow is called blepharitis. The symptoms include red, swollen, greasy, and itchy eyelids, watery eyes, red eyes, sensitivity to light, and loss of eyelashes. It can be caused by seborrheic dermatitis, bacterial infection, rosacea, allergy, and eyelash lice.

All blepharitis Q&A

What causes swelling with dandruff-like flakes on eyelid?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. You seem to have preorbital cellulitis and squamous blepharitis. These white flecks suggest squamous blepharitis.

What treatment works best for recurrent blepharitis?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for writing in. I understand your concern. Do you tend to develop dandruff as well? People who have that tendency also develop blepharitis of the eyelids.

How can I manage blepharitis and red lash lines at 19?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am very sorry about your medical condition, and I am glad you are paying attention to changes in your body. But do not worry, I am here to help you.

I have three boils under my eyelid. What could it be?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your history indicates recurrent inflammatory swellings of the glands of the eyelids in the form of hordeolum/stye (focal infection of the glands of the eyelid).

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How can severe ocular rosacea be managed for the long term?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern.

I have a burning pain between my eyebrows. What specialist should I consult?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This could possibly be due to allergic blepharitis, since you have a propensity for environmental allergies, or may be an infective focus in the eyelids.

Could vomiting cause prominence of the vessels of sclera?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern regarding your complaints.

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Can steroid eye drops worsen blepharitis symptoms?

Hello, Welcome to iCliniq.com. I understand your concern. Thank you for providing a detailed history it helps in assessing the situation.

What are the treatments for ocular rosacea, blepharitis,?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can imagine the situation you are going through. MGD (meibomian gland dysfunction) with dry eyes related to rosacea is a disturbing problem.

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