Blepharitis

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Blepharitis

Eye

Eyelid inflammation

• Eyelids have the following symptoms:
  • Crusty
  • Reddened
  • Swollen
  • Itching
  • Burning
• Blinking causes a granular sensation (like sand or dust in the eye)
• Loss of eyelashes may occur

An examination of the eyelids during an eye examination is usually enough to diagnose blepharitis.

Review Date: 09/01/2006
Reviewed By: Manju Subramanian, MD, Assistant Professor in Ophthalmology, Vitreoretinal Disease and Surgery, Boston University Eye Associates, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.