What could cause recurring red & swollen skin around the eyes in my 18-year old son?
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What could cause recurring red & swollen skin around the eyes in my 18-year old son?
6 doctors weighed in
Dr. Robert Stuart
Family Medicine
In brief: More info needed
For this type of issue, you should see a doctor. It may be as simple as allergies.
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Dr. James Leiber
Sports Medicine
In brief: Maybe allergies
Could be allergies or contact dermatitis or multiple other possibilities - if it persists or becomes concerning then i recommend seeing your primary provider.
In brief: Maybe allergies
Could be allergies or contact dermatitis or multiple other possibilities - if it persists or becomes concerning then i recommend seeing your primary provider.
Dr. James Leiber
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Dr. Richard Feinstein
Dermatology
In brief: Eye lid allergy
The eyelid skin is the thinnest skin on humans, and is prone to becoming irritated by chemicals that will not cause problems on other areas of skin, like the face, or arms.
A skin allergy, to hair sprays or nail polish, can cause itching, swelling and redness on eyelids. You need only to use the spray once or week to have the allergy. It could also be eyelid rosacea? You may a skin doctor
In brief: Eye lid allergy
The eyelid skin is the thinnest skin on humans, and is prone to becoming irritated by chemicals that will not cause problems on other areas of skin, like the face, or arms.
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Dr. John Jarstad
Ophthalmology
In brief: Blepharitis-dandruff
This is caused by blepharitis or dandruff of the eyelids.
It is typically caused by a staph infection that is almost always curable with antibiotic ointment or eyedrops. Prevention is best accomplished by using one of the over the counter lid scrub formulas such as sterilid foam or occusoft cleansing medicated pads. No tears baby shampoo is an older treatment in scrubbing the closed eyelids.
In brief: Blepharitis-dandruff
This is caused by blepharitis or dandruff of the eyelids.
It is typically caused by a staph infection that is almost always curable with antibiotic ointment or eyedrops. Prevention is best accomplished by using one of the over the counter lid scrub formulas such as sterilid foam or occusoft cleansing medicated pads. No tears baby shampoo is an older treatment in scrubbing the closed eyelids.
Dr. John Jarstad
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