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Description of blepharitis

.Aloe – inflammation of the eyelids. This is a very common eye disease, that affects the edge of the eyelids and eyelash follicles. There are three main types of blepharitis:

  • Seborrheal (scaly) .Aloe – skin cells die off faster, than usual, due to improper functioning of the sebaceous glands. The sebaceous glands secrete oil onto the skin. Excess fat and skin cells lead to increased growth of bacteria;
  • Infectious blepharitis – an infection in the glands of the century is caused by bacteria, in particular, staphylococcus;
  • .Aloe, associated with contact dermatitis – Some substances (most allergens), after coming into contact with the eyelid leads to local inflammation. For Example, to such an allergic reaction can lead to use mascara.

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Causes of blepharitis

The main types of blepharitis are caused by either a skin condition, or the presence of bacterial infection. Blepharitis often occurs together with seborrheic dermatitis and acne pink (Rosacea).

Risk factors for blepharitis

Factors, which increase the probability of occurrence of blepharitis:

  • Seborrheic dermatitis;
  • Rosacea;
  • Contactant;
  • Diabetes;
  • Chemical irritants;
  • Poor hygiene;
  • Cosmetic Makeup;
  • Advanced age.

Symptoms of blepharitis

Symptoms depend on the cause of blepharitis. They, usually, worse in the morning and affect both eyes.

Symptoms may include:

  • Redness, peeling of the skin, fat separation at the edge of Century;
  • Solid particles in the eyelashes;
  • Eyelids morning "glued";
  • Particles such as dandruff on the scalp and eyebrows;
  • Itching or burning sensation;
  • Watery eyes;
  • Sensitivity to light;
  • Foreign body sensation in the eye;
  • Ulcers or sores at the base of the eyelashes (in severe cases);
  • Few, brittle eyelashes;
  • Khalaziony (unpainful inflammation century), that may become infected (the so-called barley);
  • Conjunctivitis (sometimes).

Diagnosis of blepharitis

The doctor measures the temperature, He asks about your symptoms and medical history, and performs a physical exam. Diagnosis can be made without conducting tests speetsialnyh. If the inflammation looks unusual for blepharitis or fails after the appointment of treatment, your doctor may take a sample of culture age. Smear sent to the laboratory, to determine the type of bacteria. The ophthalmologist can perform Biopsie, removing a tiny piece of the century for microscopic examination, to ensure there are no signs of cancer (very rarely, some types of cancer may be similar to chronic blepharitis).

Treatment of blepharitis

Blepharitis is a chronic condition, that often requires long-term treatment. Treatment depends on the cause of blepharitis. Your doctor may recommend not to wear contact lenses, blepharitis is not cured.

Hygiene eyes with blepharitis

In mild cases of blepharitis daily hygiene century may reduce inflammation:

  • Wash your hands thoroughly before touching your eyes;
  • Flush eyes with a soft cloth under warm water;
  • Apply a heated soft cloth forever on 5-15 minutes. This warm compress helps to loosen crust formed;
  • Eyes closed, rinse lids special agent for age or diluted baby shampoo. Use separate clean cotton swab for each eye;
  • Wash with cool water.

Medication at blepharitis

If blepharitis causes infection, It can be assigned to an ointment for the eyes with an antibiotic. The doctor will advise washing the eyelids, as described above, and apply the ointment with a cotton swab. For mild cases ointment may be required only at night. If the infection is more severe, perhaps, will have to apply the ointment up to four times a day. After treatment your doctor may advise to apply the ointment at night in order to prevent.

If blepharitis after local treatment reappears, They can be treated with antibiotics. They should be taken for a long period of time, six weeks.

If diagnosed with blepharitis, you need to follow your doctor's instructions.

Prevention of blepharitis

If you are susceptible to blepharitis, Hygiene age can help prevent relapse:

  • MY perpetuity Ruki, before touching the eyelids;
  • Daily wash your hair and face;
  • MY forever on nochy, as described above;
  • Try to avoid using cosmetics.

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