A chronic or long term inflammation of the eyelids and eyelashes, affecting people of all ages Among the most common causes are poor eyelid hygiene; excess oil produced by the glands in the eyelids; a bacterial infection; or an allergic reaction more
Inflammation of the eyelids, due to infection, usually accompanied by crusts or scales on the eyelid margin Eyes may become red, sore and itchy
Common, persistent and sometimes chronic inflammation of the eyelids, resulting from bacteria that reside on the skin In certain individuals, these bacteria thrive in the skin at the base of the eyelashes or even in the oil glands near the eyelid, resulting in dandruff-like scales and particles Blepharitis is usually only a minor irritation