Blepharitis and dry eye share some common symptoms. But there are some differences that can help ophthalmologists or other eye care professionals make the right diagnosis.

As a specialist in cornea and external disease, I will focus my comments on the topic of blepharitis in the pediatric age group. Our children in America are currently growing up in what many ...

Led by Section Editor Robert S. Gold, MD, OSN Pediatrics/Strabismus Board Members discussed vision screening, blepharitis and chalazions at the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and ...

Dr. Shamie: Demodex blepharitis is a common—yet often misdiagnosed—eyelid disease that is caused by an infestation of Demodex mites, the most common species of ectoparasite (parasites that ...

Blepharitis, or inflammation of your eyelid, is often caused by bacteria on your eyelid. But it’s not contagious. Blepharitis is inflammation of your eyelid. It’s one of the most common eye ...

Blepharitis is an annoying, chronic inflammation of the eyelid margins that can cause red eyes, swollen eyelids, eye pain, itching, irritation, and blurry vision. It can also cause crusty, ...

Symptom severity varies, but if you experience any of the above, Dr. Kopelman says “it’s a good indicator you might be dealing with blepharitis.” How to cure blepharitis fast: 5 easy tips ...

Blepharitis is a bacterial infection that causes inflammation of the eyelids. The bacteria responsible for this infection produce dandruff-like flakes in the skin, which lead to infection and ...

Blepharitis is classified into three types that include anterior, posterior, and mixed blepharitis. In anterior blepharitis, the eyelid skin, base, and follicles of the eyelashes are affected.

A chalazion is a small firm bulge in the eyelid caused by a blocked opening or infection of the oil producing glands located in the upper or lower eyelids. Chalazia are frequently associated with a ...

Blepharitis is a condition that causes inflammation of the eyelid. A person with blepharitis may experience swollen, irritated, and itchy eyelids. A stye is a painful lump that develops on the ...