Blepharitis is a chronic, inflammatory disease of the eyelids which can be caused caused by the presence of Demodex (a microscopic mite which lives in the base of the eyelashes).
Causes:
- Skin conditions, such as dermatitis, inflammatory acne, chronic rosacea
- Makeup cosmetics used by different persons.
- Weakened immune systems, HIV
Symptoms:
- Itchiness in the eyelashes and surrounding skin.
- Redness around the eyes.
- Burning sensation in your eyes.
- Worsening skin symptoms or flare-ups, such as in rosacea and eczema (dermatitis).
- Eyelash growth abnormalities.
Treatment:
- Patients with Demodex are typically prescribed an eyelid cleanser and local antibiotic treatment
- Intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy can be an option to open clogged eyelid glands.
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