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My girlfriend has red,bumpy,scaby like rash located on both of her top eyelids should she see an eye doctor or dermatologist?

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Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

Specializes in Dermatology

As a dermatologist: I see eyelid rashes like that all the time, but I am sure an ophthalmologist would be able to help as well.

Dr Munshower agreed

Answered 7/16/2014

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A member asked:

My girlfriend has red,bumpy,scaby like rash located on both of her top eyelids should she see an eye doctor or dermatologist?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Glynis Ablon answered

Dr Munshower agreed

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