Ask an expert: How do you prevent blepharitis flare ups?

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Answered by Dr. Saria Mahveen Shareef

MBBS, PGDCC, Spl Cardiology · 6 years of experience · India

Blepharitis is a subacute or chronic inflammation of the lid margins. It is an extremely common disease. To prevent blepharitis flare-ups, you need to maintain lid hygiene by clearing crust and cleaning the lid at least twice daily, antibiotic eye ointment should be applied at the lid margin immediately after removal of the crusts, artificial tear drops are required, antibiotic eye drops and oral antibiotics should be taken after consulting with your doctor. In parasitic blepharitis, it is important to remove lice and nits, delousing of the patient, clothing, and bedding to prevent flare-ups.

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Answered by Dr. Marcella Abunahman Pereira

Specialization in Clinical Cardiology · 12 years of experience · Brazil

Blepharitis is inflammation of the edges of the eyelids. To prevent it, keep hands and face clean; don't scratch the itchy eye, instead, use a clean tissue if you must; remove all eye makeup before bedtime; wipe away excess tears or eye drops with a clean tissue; and wear glasses instead of contact lenses until the condition clears.

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Answered by Dr. Gustavo Campos

Doctor of Medicine · 9 years of experience · Brazil

You can clean your eyes, avoid using contact lenses or eye makeup if you have symptoms. That is also important to keep conjunctivitis, rosacea and seborrheic dermatitis controlled.

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