Blepharitis
Current as of: May 5, 2019
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine & Martin J. Gabica, MD - Family Medicine & Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Blepharitis is an inflammation or infection of the eyelid. It is often caused by bacteria (usually staphylococcus) or related to a long-term (chronic) skin condition, such as dandruff, skin allergies, or eczema. Blepharitis causes the edge of the eyelid to become red, itchy, and irritated. Sores may develop on the…