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'''Blepharitis''' is [[inflammation]] of the [[eyelid]]s. It is characterized by inflammation of the eyelid margins. Blepharitis usually causes [[red eye (medicine)|redness of the eyes]] and [[itching]] and [[irritation]] of the eyelids in both eyes. | '''Blepharitis''' is [[inflammation]] of the [[eyelid]]s. It is characterized by inflammation of the eyelid [[margins]]. Blepharitis usually causes [[red eye (medicine)|redness of the eyes]] and [[itching]] and [[irritation]] of the eyelids in both eyes. the appearance is often confused with [[conjunctivitis]] and due to its recurring nature it is the most common cause of "recurrent conjunctivitis" in older people. It is also often treated as 'dry eye' by patients due to the gritty sensation it may give the eyes - although [[lubricating drops]] do little to improve the condition. | ||
==Risk Factors== | ==Risk Factors== | ||
Blepharitis may be linked to repeated styes and chalazia. You are more likely to develop this condition if you have seborrheic dermatitis of the face or scalp, rosacea, lice, and allergies. | Blepharitis may be linked to repeated styes and chalazia. You are more likely to develop this condition if you have seborrheic dermatitis of the face or scalp, rosacea, lice, and allergies. | ||
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]
Overview
Blepharitis is inflammation of the eyelids. It is characterized by inflammation of the eyelid margins. Blepharitis usually causes redness of the eyes and itching and irritation of the eyelids in both eyes. the appearance is often confused with conjunctivitis and due to its recurring nature it is the most common cause of "recurrent conjunctivitis" in older people. It is also often treated as 'dry eye' by patients due to the gritty sensation it may give the eyes - although lubricating drops do little to improve the condition.
Risk Factors
Blepharitis may be linked to repeated styes and chalazia. You are more likely to develop this condition if you have seborrheic dermatitis of the face or scalp, rosacea, lice, and allergies.
Treatment
Primary Prevention
Cleaning eyelids carefully will help prevent blepharitis. If a specific skin condition is present, it should be treated