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A member asked:

What are the symptoms of blepharitis? can it be treated at home or does it require a dr. visit?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Inflamed lids.: This simply means inflammation of the eyelids and says nothing about the cause which may be a contact allergen, an irritant agent, an infection, an allergic eye, or even rosacea. If this bothers you enough, consult your doctor

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Answered 11/27/2017

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