Blepharitis


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Blepharitis


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Blepharitis is an inflammation of the eyelids that causes redness, irritation, and scaly skin at the edges of the eyelids. Blepharitis is one of the most common eye problems in older adults.

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Primary Medical Reviewer Patrice Burgess, MD

- Family Medicine
Last Updated March 15, 2007

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Last updated: March 15, 2007
Reviewed By: Patrice Burgess, MD - Family Medicine

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