Statistics and Associations
- Inflammation of the eyelid margins (blepharitis) and/or inflammation of the oil-producing glands of the eyelid (meibomitis)
- Inflammation commonly secondary to bacteria sensitivity or mite infection
- Extremely common among adult population with strong association with dry eye symptoms
Management
- Dry eye treatment as needed
- Lid scrubs and/or Hot soaks with warm washcloth
- Short term treatment with antibiotic or combination ointment
- Doxycycline oral antibiotic in severe cases