Blepharitis: Treatments
of the near the eyelashes.
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About Blepharitis Treatments
for both forms of involves keeping the lids clean and free of crusts. Warm compresses should be applied to the lid to loosen the crusts, followed by a light scrubbing of the with a cotton swab and a mixture of water and baby shampoo.
Because rarely goes away completely, most patients must maintain an hygiene routine for life. If the blepharitis is severe, an care professional may also prescribe antibiotics or steroid eyedrops.
When scalp is present, a dandruff shampoo for the hair is recommended as well. In addition to the warm compresses, patients with will need to their to clean the accumulated in the . Patients who also have should have that condition treated at the same time.