Blepharitis is a common and persistent or recurrent inflammation of the eyelid, which causes symptoms of irritation, itching, crusting, blurriness (betweenn blinks) and occasionally a red eye.

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 presents with a spectrum of symptoms, which may be intermittent or persistent: Redness and swelling of the eyelids, Itching and burning sensation, Crusts or flakes at the base of ...

Blepharitis (blef-uh-RYE-tis) is inflammation of the eyelids. Blepharitis usually involves the part of the eyelid where the eyelashes grow and affects both eyelids. Blepharitis commonly occurs ...

Demodex blepharitis can cause symptoms that are very similar to those of dry eye disease. Inferior corneal staining, which is a band of dryness that can be detected on the cornea, may also occur.

Blepharitis, a chronic condition that causes inflammation of the eyelids, affects millions of people across the United States ...

Since blepharitis is often caused by the collection of bacteria, oil or mites, good eyelid hygiene is a smart first step. It “can help remove debris and reduce bacterial buildup,” Dr. Kopelman ...

Chiasson said a common reason is blepharitis, which is inflammation of the eyelid. You can also get a stye from rubbing your eyes with dirty hands.

Eye surgeons have issued a serious health warning to anyone who washes their bedding at a temperature lower than 60°C. There has been a significant rise in cases of demodex blepharitis, an eye ...