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Blepharitis

Blepharitis is a common condition that causes inflammation of the eyelids and it can affect people of all ages. Inflammation happens when the body tries to fight an injury or infection and the specific area tends to look swollen and sore.

Blepharitis usually affects both eyes on the edge of the eyelids and although rarely serious, it can be an uncomfortable, persistent and irritating problem.

The inflammation results in scaly and crusty eyelids and the eyes may also feel tired and gritty or become uncomfortable in sunlight or smoky atmospheres. The eyelids may also look red in people with fair skin.

Blepharitis is often associated with skin conditions such as rosacea and eye conditions like conjunctivitis.

The condition can return at any time and eyelids may occasionally become infected because of the inflammation, which may develop into styes (hordeolum) and pustules (pus filled spots). However, you can usually deal with symptoms at home and eyesight is rarely affected. Ask your pharmacist for advice..

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