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Blepharitis
Definition- its the inflammation of the eyelids
Pharmacological treatment
steroid eyedrops or ointments
Topical cyclosporine (restasis)
antibiotics topical
Nursing diagnosis
Examining your eyes
eye swabbing to analyze for bacteria or fungi
Nursing diagnosis
eyelid massage and scrub
close eyes and apply warm compress
Eyelid hygiene
Signs and symptoms
Blurred vision
flaky skin at the base of the lashes
Burning or itchy eyes
Eyelash rubbing against eyeball
Watery eyes
Pathophysiology
leading to direct microbial invasion
immune system -mediated damage
Bacterial colonization of the eyelids
Damage caused by production of bacterial toxins, waste products and enzymes
Causes
Clogged or malfunctioning oil glands
Eyelash mites or lice
Infection
Seborrheic dermatitis
Dry eyes
Reference
https://www.medscape.com
