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My eyes constantly have 'gooey' white stuff in them and worse when i wake up and i also wake up with crusty eyes daily. this is all year long . ideas?

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Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Yes: This sounds like blepharitis with some dry eyes as well. Make an appointment with an ophthalmologist for diagnosis and management.

Answered 1/12/2015

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A member asked:

My eyes constantly have 'gooey' white stuff in them and worse when i wake up and i also wake up with crusty eyes daily. this is all year long . ideas?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tim Conrad answered

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