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Treatment of Blepharitis,
Granulated Eyelids
Treatment for both forms of
blepharitis involves keeping the
lids clean and free of crusts. Warm
compresses should be applied to the
lid to loosen the crusts, followed
by a light scrubbing of the eyelid
with a cotton swab and a mixture of
water and baby shampoo. Because
blepharitis rarely goes away
completely, most patients must
maintain an eyelid hygiene routine
for life. If the blepharitis is
severe, an eye care professional may
also prescribe antibiotics or
steroid eyedrops.
When scalp dandruff is present, a
dandruff shampoo for the hair is
recommended as well. In addition to
the warm compresses, patients with
posterior blepharitis will need to
massage their eyelids to clean the
oil accumulated in the glands.
Patients who also have acne rosacea
should have that condition treated
at the same time.
Content Courtesy : www.nei.nih.gov
Note : Information herein is
provided for informational purposes
only and is not a substitute for
professional medical advice. You
should not use this information for
diagnosing or treating a medical or
health condition. If you have or
suspect you have a medical problem,
promptly contact your professional
healthcare provider. Please consult
your healthcare provider before
beginning any course of
supplementation or treatment.
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