Waking up with some gunk in your eyes is usually nothing to worry about. The scientific name for this crust is rheum, and it forms when oil and other debris collect on your eyelids during sleep. But ...

There may be tissue flakes and scales on the lids and lashes, crusty and sticky eyelashes. The most common causes of blepharitis are hygiene, abnormal oil glands and bacterial infection. Less common ...

The FDA approved lotilaner ophthalmic solution 0.25% (Xdemvy) as the first specific treatment for Demodex blepharitis. Lotilaner (formerly TP-03) is an ectoparasiticide that targets Demodex mites, ...

Blepharitis is a chronic or long-term inflammation of the eyelids and eyelash hair follicles and which can affect people of all ages. It usually affects the edges along both the eyes. When the tiny ...

The treatment of blepharitis focuses on alleviating symptoms, addressing underlying causes, and preventing complications. [iStockphotos] Blepharitis is a common chronic condition that affects the ...

Blepharitis is an inflammation of the eyelid margins, where the eyelashes grow. It can affect one or both eyes and is a common, often chronic condition. It is often caused by bacteria in the eyelids ...

Most of us have woken up with a puffy eyelid at some point in our lives. Aside from being uncomfortable (and sometimes painful), it can also temporarily affect your vision. When that happens, you’ve ...

Dry-eye symptoms often intensify in winter as low humidity, cold winds, increased screen exposure and dehydration destabilise the tear film. Firstpost brings out expert insights to identify who is ...

A chalazion and a hordeolum are both bumps on the eyelid. A hordeolum, also called a stye, is caused by bacterial infection, while a chalazion results from an obstructed gland. Knowing whether you ...