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In the last few weeks ive had a red/dry patch on my eyelid. and its been getting worse. today i woke up and its cracking, its very red and stings a little bit ?

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Dr. John Goldman answered

Suspect infection: Would first suspect infection. There can be other reasons for this rash. This needs to be seen by your physician or ophthalmologist and get immediate therapy

Answered 8/7/2017

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A member asked:

In the last few weeks ive had a red/dry patch on my eyelid. and its been getting worse. today i woke up and its cracking, its very red and stings a little bit ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Goldman answered

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