Blepharitis history and symptoms

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Overview

The eyelids appear red and irritated, with scales that stick to the base of the eyelashes. The eyelids may be:

• Crusty
• Reddened
• Swollen
• Itching
• Burning

You may feel like you have sand or dust in your eye when you blink. Sometimes, the eyelashes may fall out.