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Blepharitis Description: The inflammation of the eyelids, particularly at the lid margins. It may be associated with a low-grade bacterial infection or generalized skin condition. It can be difficult to manage because it tends to recur. Blepharitis can be detected using a slit lamp microscope. Forms: Anterior: affects the outside of the front of the eyelid where the eyelashes are attached. Commonly caused by bacteria and scalp dandruff. Two types of Anterior Blepharitis: Staphylococcal Seborrheic Posterior: affects the inner eyelid and is caused by problems with the oil glands in the eyelid. Caused by acne rosacea and scalp dandruff. Signs and Symptoms: Eye irritation Burning Tearing Foreign body sensation Crusty debris Dryness Red eyelid margins Treatments: Depends on the type of blepharitis. Applying warm compresses to the eyelids Cleansing the eyelids Using an antibiotic Massaging the lids Artificial tears or lubricating ointments Silicone punctual plugs Complications: Sty Chalazion Excess tearing or dry eyes Injury to the cornea Loss of visual function, well-being and ability to carry out daily life activities Demographics Seborrheic blepharitis is more common in older age group (mean age 50) Gender is not believed to be a factor Rosacea may be more common in fair-skinned individuals although no known studies show an increased incidence of blepharitis. Sources: “Blepharitis”. Mayo Clinic. June 28, 2007. http://www.mayoclinic.com/blepharitis “Blepharitis”. National Eye Institute. Copyright 2003. June 27, 2007. http://www.nei.nih.gov/health/blepharitis/index.asp “Blepharitis”. St. Lukes. Copyright 2001. http:// stlukeseye.com/Conditions/Blepharitis.asp “Blepharitis (Inflammation of the Eyelids)”. Vision Channel. 1998-2007. http://www.visionchannel.net Lowery, Dr. R. Scott. “Adult Blepharitis”. Emedicine specialties. November 21, 2006. http://www.emedicine.com/oph/topic81.htm White, Gina and Liz Segre. “Blepharitis”. All About Vision. June 27, 2007. http://www.allaboutvision.com/conditions/blepharitis.htm
