Question 1

i can't use contact lenses my contact is bothering my right eye about 1 year.i've visited 4 or 5 doctors and they gave me some eyedrops and solution like alergan, genteal, fluocort and chromolyn sodiom and two of them told me to wash my eyelashes with bab

Accepted Answer

What : What you described above sounds like lid margin disease or blepharitis.

You may also need to have your contact lens refit or change the type/brand of lenses you use.

Lid margin disease is a common and frequently chronic inflammation of the eyelids. Symptoms include irritation, itching, and, occasionally, a red eye. This condition frequently occurs in people who tend to have oily skin, dandruff, or dry eyes.

Bacteria normally reside on the skin, but in some people, they thrive in the skin at the base of the eyelashes. Nearby oil glands may be overactive, causing dandruff-like scales and particles to form along the lashes and eyelid margins, which can cause redness, stinging, or burning.

Lid margin disease cannot be cured, but it can be controlled with a few simple, daily hygienic measures, such as the following:

at least twice a day, place a warm, wet washcloth over your closed eyelids for a minute. Rewet it as it cools, two or three times. This will soften and loosen scales and debris. More important, it helps liquefy the oily secretions from the eyelidsâ€™ oil glands, which helps prevent the development of a chalazion, an inflamed lump in an eyelid oil gland. 
With your finger covered with a thin, wet washcloth, cotton swab, or commercial lint-free pad, gently scrub the base of the lashes for about 15 seconds per lid.
When medications are necessary, they may include:

artificial tears (over-the-counter eyedrops) to relieve symptoms of dry eye; 
antibiotics (oral or topical) to decrease bacteria on the eyelids; and 
steroids (short-term), to decrease inflammation. 
Medications alone are not sufficient to control lid margin disease; the application of warmth and detailed cleansing of the lashes daily is the key.

Question 2

i use genteal for dryeyes, is it presenvative free n safe to use for 1month/4x daily? can i use it while i use contact ?is it contain badthing for eye?

Accepted Answer

It's good: Genteal is a good one.  It is safe to use long term and fine to use with contacts, particularly if you are in a disposable lens.

Question 3

i have an unopened tube of genteal lubricant eye gel that has an expiration date of december 2015.   can it still be used?   thank you

Accepted Answer

Yes, I'm sure: its still safe to use.

Question 4

nose scrunching followed by continuous eye blinking in child(5.5) with wheezing episodes for the past 40 days. is on genteal eye drop. is it a concern?

Accepted Answer

Get eye exam: Nose scrunching and eye blinking  may well be signs of allergic rhinitis, but these symptoms can be seen with tic behaviour as well as potentially more serious problems, and since your child is too young to confirm visual changes, it is best to have him evaluated by an eye doctor.

Question 5

evaporative dry eyes. use genteal gel 2x/day n tears naturale (artificial tears) 4-6x. still not comfy when windy. is restasis or plugs a better option? risks?

Accepted Answer

Time for punctal plu: It appears that you need to go to next step of dry eye treatment. have you tried Restasis? If not I would start with that and also punctal plugs. They can try the collagen plugs first and see if you see improvement and then try the permanent plugs.

Question 6

does bioderm ointment expire? if yes, please help me find the expiration date on the bottle. i can't see it.

Accepted Answer

Everything expires: Nothing lasts forever, but over-the-counter lotions and creams might not have a recommended expiration date stamped on the container.  Perhaps going to a store and looking at all the other creams to see what are typical expiration dates can help a person decide when to throw away the bioderm.  Of course, if the bioderm looks, smells, or feels different than when new, it's best to throw it out.

Question 7

blepharitis. given tobramysin ointment, can't see welll now. can i stop it?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Tobramycin is an antibiotic that was prescribed to reduce the normal bacterial load of your eyelids and to reduce the inflammation that was present.  You can stop the antibiotic at anytime safely.  Tobradex (tobramycin and dexamethasone) is often prescribed for blepharitis and this includes a strong steroid component - this should not be used long term without close follow up with as it can cause an increase in eye pressure.

Question 8

how to put ointment on my toadstool?

Accepted Answer

Toadstool: I am sorry but I don't understand the term "toadstool" being used in this context. Please consider re-submitting with clarification.

Question 9

what does elocone ointment used for?

Accepted Answer

Rashes: This is a steroid cream used to treat rashes such as psoriasis

Question 10

does ichthammol ointment work?

Accepted Answer

Ichthammol: Ichthammol ointment is also known as black drawing salve. It is made of sulfur-rich shale and mixed with either a beeswax or paraffin base so it can be used to treat skin aliments. It is known for its anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and anti-fungal properties. It helps treat and clear up many minor wounds on humans and animals.

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I can't use contact lenses my contact is bothering my right eye about 1 year.i've visited 4 or 5 doctors and they gave me some eyedrops and solution like alergan, genteal, fluocort and chromolyn sodiom and two of them told me to wash my eyelashes with bab

A member asked:

I use genteal for dryeyes, is it presenvative free n safe to use for 1month/4x daily? can i use it while i use contact ?is it contain badthing for eye?

A member asked:

I have an unopened tube of genteal lubricant eye gel that has an expiration date of december 2015. can it still be used? thank you

A member asked:

Nose scrunching followed by continuous eye blinking in child(5.5) with wheezing episodes for the past 40 days. is on genteal eye drop. is it a concern?

A member asked:

Evaporative dry eyes. use genteal gel 2x/day n tears naturale (artificial tears) 4-6x. still not comfy when windy. is restasis or plugs a better option? risks?

A member asked:

Does bioderm ointment expire? if yes, please help me find the expiration date on the bottle. i can't see it.

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Blepharitis. given tobramysin ointment, can't see welll now. can i stop it?

A member asked:

How to put ointment on my toadstool?

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What does elocone ointment used for?

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Does ichthammol ointment work?

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