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A member asked:
I have blocked/clogged glands on my right eye. would warm compress be good enough or i heard of lipiflow. what is best to treat this condition?
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Either is good: Lipiflow may have a quicker resolution but it is very expensive. It does work but retreat ment is recommended every 3-6 months.
Answered 6/18/2013
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Lipiflow: Clogged meibomian glands are usually due to demodex, staphloccus on lashes, rosacea/genetic predisposition; rarely from immune issue. See eyedoc2020@blogspot.com "lid hygiene" on how to use warm compresses, diluted tea tree oil wiping, & artificial tears to naturally help relieve burning. Lipiflow works in about 70-80% of patients. Costs between $1100-2000 per treatment & usually needs repeat 2x
Answered 9/14/2016
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