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What causes irritation in eyelashes?

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Dr. Ehsan Sadri answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Common bacteria: Blepharitis can be caused by normal or abnormal ocular flora on the eyelashes.

Dr Ashrafzadeh agreed

Answered 10/4/2016

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