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According to a survey of ophthalmologists and optometrists in the US, 37% to 47% of the patients surveyed had signs of blepharitis.
Before we discuss how to treat blepharitis, let's define what it is. Before we discuss how to treat blepharitis, let's define what it is. Blepharitis is a chronic condition that causes eyelid inflammation. It is normal for your eyelashes to contain a small amount of bacteria, but when the amount of bacteria increases, that can result in eyelid inflammation and toxins building up, resulting in blepharitis.
This can result in various symptoms such as:
It affects your tear glands and decreases tear production. This is why you may experience symptoms of dry eyes.
Blepharitis may also be caused by an underlying condition such as seborrheic dermatitis or rosacea. In that case, your eye doctor will treat the underlying condition causing the blepharitis. No matter what the case may be, it's important to visit your eye doctor so they can diagnose, manage, and then treat your issue accurately.
If you or your loved one is experiencing the above mentioned symptoms then you may be suffering from blepharitis and an eye examination may be necessary. The advanced technology we use in our practice helps to provide our patients with the highest quality of eye care. To schedule a dry eye exam contact us at (212) 752-6930.
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