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Is there a way to treat blepharitis at home if i don't have health insurance?

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Dr. Philip Chao answered

Specializes in Radiology

I think that cold: Compresses might help. Anything to reduce inflammation. But if it gets worse there could be an underlying condition present. Any fever? If fever i think it woudl be more serious and you should go to an eye doc.

Answered 11/17/2012

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