What is Eyelash Root Inflammation (Blepharitis)?
What is Eyelash Root Inflammation (Blepharitis)?
Eyelash root inflammation, also known as blepharitis, is a condition that occurs as a result of inflammation of the eyelash base on the eyelid. Eyelash root inflammation manifests itself as redness, itching, swelling and a burning sensation in the eye. There are the tips of the sebaceous glands where the eyelashes protrude at the edge of the eyelid. Clogging of the ends of the oil glands at the bottom of the eyelashes can cause inflammation at the bottom of the eyelashes. Blepharitis is divided into two as anterior and posterior. Anterior blepharitis is the condition in which the outer edge of the eyelid and the base of the eyelashes become inflamed. Posterior blepharitis is the inflammation of the part of the eyelid that touches the eye. Eyelash follicle inflammation is a condition that is prone to chronic and difficult to treat, but it is not contagious.
What are the Symptoms of Eyelash Root Inflammation?
Symptoms of eyelash root inflammation are seen as redness, itching, swelling at the tip of the eyelid, shedding of eyelashes and burning sensation in the eye. Crusting or an oily appearance may also occur at the bottom of the eyelashes. Other symptoms of eyelash root inflammation are:
- Burning and stinging sensation in the eye
- Eye watering
- Oily yellow image on the edge of the eyelid
- Eye burning
- Sensitivity to light
What Causes Eyelash Root Inflammation?
Eyelash root inflammation is usually caused by bacterial infection or skin diseases. There are normal levels of harmless bacteria on the eyelids. In cases such as excessive lubrication of the bottom of the eyelashes, weakening of the immune system, the use of drugs containing corsiton, the bacteria found on the eyelids can multiply and cause inflammation at the bottom of the eyelashes.
- Skin diseases such as seborrheic dermatitis and rosacea
- Skin eczema on the face and eyebrows
- Bacterial infection
- Dysfunction of the sebaceous glands in the eyelids
- Congestion of the oil glands in the eyelids
- Eye medications
- Contact lens and contact lens solutions
- Eye makeup supplies
How Can I Protect from Eyelash Root Inflammation?
The most important factor in preventing eyelash root inflammation is to ensure eye and eyelash cleaning. There are some precautions that can be taken to prevent blepharitis from occurring:
- If crusting has occurred on the eyelids, warm compresses can be applied to the eyelids to soften and clear this crusting.
- If there is oiliness or crusting at the bottom of the eyelashes, the eye area can be cleaned gently with baby shampoo to clean them, or the eye area can be cleaned by dripping baby shampoo on a moistened cotton ball.
- Over-the-counter eyelid cleaners can also be used to clean the eyelid and its surroundings.
- It is important to thoroughly remove eye makeup to prevent inflammation around the eyes. Insufficient cleaning of eye makeup increases the risk of bacterial and allergic infections.
How is Eyelash Root Inflammation Treated?
The most effective method in the treatment of eyelash root inflammation is to ensure the hygiene of the eyelashes. For this, patients should regularly clean their eyelashes with the special solution and wipes prescribed by the doctor. In addition, a warm dressing can be applied to the eyelid. Hard crusts at the bottom of the eyelashes can be softened with warm dressing. These softened crusts should be removed with the help of a special handkerchief or ear stick. After cleaning the eyelids, antibiotic cream and eye drops prescribed by the doctor should be applied. Patients should avoid wearing make-up during this period.
