Tag: eyelid hygiene

  • Hordeolum

    Hordeolum: Understanding, Treatment, and Prevention Hordeolum Definition and Description of Hordeolum Hordeolum, commonly known as a stye, is an acute infection of the sebaceous glands at the base of the eyelashes or within the eyelid. This painful, red bump can be caused by bacterial infection, often linked to Staphylococcus aureus. Hordeolum can occur internally or…

  • Blepharitis

    Blepharitis Definition and Description of Blepharitis Blepharitis is a common inflammatory condition affecting the eyelids, marked by redness, swelling, and crusting along the eyelid margins. It is characterized by an abnormal accumulation of oils and skin cells that clog the glands located at the base of the eyelashes. Medically, it is classified into two main…