Scaly blepharitis is a serious ailment, another name for which is eyelid seborrhea. In this case, there is a thickening and redness of the mobile skin folds around the eyes. During the inflammatory process, the eyelashes are covered with small scales of epithelial tissue.
Provokes the development of the disease Staphylococcus aureus. With seborrhea of the eyelids, not only eyelashes, but also hair and eyebrows can suffer. The severe stage of the disease is extremely difficult to treat.
Itchy eyes: causes
The scaly form is considered very dangerous. He alth problems may arise as a result of complications. The most harmless consequence of the disease is the loss of eyelashes. As a result, there is a deterioration of the hairline on the head and face. Increased lacrimation may occur. The following factors lead to the appearance of seborrheic blepharitis:
- excess of trace elements and vitamins in the body;
- anemia;
- impaired immunity due to infection;
- deterioration of visual function with astigmatism, farsightedness or nearsightedness;
- neglect of eyelid hygiene;
- dry eye syndrome;
- ophthalmic pathologies;
- allergy;
- disorder of metabolic processes;
- disruption of the digestive tract.
Main symptoms
What are the symptoms of scaly blepharitis? They are easy to recognize. With this disease, gluing of eyelashes quite often occurs. The main symptom is the appearance on the edges of the eyelids of small particles of a brownish-gray hue that look like dandruff. It should be noted that the scales of the epithelium are quite firmly attached to the dermis. If they are removed, then under them there will be exhausted and cracked skin, which will become covered after a while with a yellow crust. With complications, erosions and ulcers can even form at this site.
During blepharitis, the lower eyelid becomes red, and its edges thicken. This ailment is accompanied by severe itching. It is especially disturbing in the evening. With eyelid seborrhea, eye fatigue occurs quickly, they become sensitive to external stimuli: bright light, wind or dust.
In addition, there are symptoms that are characteristic of all forms of blepharitis: swelling of the eyelids and a feeling of the presence of a foreign object in the eye. When wearing contact lenses during an illness, a strong burning sensation is disturbing. Seborrhea of the eyelids extends to both eyes. Another common symptom of this pathology is the loss and fragility of eyelashes.
Diagnostic measures
When the eyes itch, the reasons can be different. To find out exactly whyhappens, you need to get tested. The doctor establishes the diagnosis only after performing biomicroscopy. During this procedure, the skin of the eyelids is examined using a slit lamp.
In advanced cases, laboratory studies of conjunctival tissues are carried out, taking scrapings from them. It must be remembered that if seborrheic blepharitis is not treated with medicines and folk remedies, then after a while (due to disruption of the sebaceous glands), the eyelid will be covered with a yellowish crust. In severe forms of the disease, their back walls are smoothed out. All this prevents mobile skin folds from adhering to the eyeball.
Scaly blepharitis, if left untreated, can develop into a chronic stage, leading to loss of eyelashes. You can’t let the pathology take its course or try to treat it yourself, as it can lead to negative consequences:
- purulent inflammation of tissues;
- defect and eversion of movable eye folds;
- wrong growth of eyelashes, i.e. trichiasis;
- scars in places of scales;
- clouding of the cornea.
Eye compresses
First of all, it is necessary to ensure complete hygienic care of the eyelids in order to cleanse them of dried particles of the epithelium and reduce the risk of infection. For these purposes, you can use shampoo without fragrances or additives, for example, children's. Before the procedure, it should be diluted with water. Then, in the resulting mixture, moisten a cotton pad and wipe the eyes, moving from the outer to the inner corner. Fish oil also works well for plaqueeyelids with blepharitis.
After that, it is necessary to clear the ducts from the secret that is secreted by the sebaceous glands. It is necessary to warm them up several times a day for 10 minutes with a warm and wet bandage. The compress can be made from a clean towel or any other fabric, pre-ironed on all sides.
Massaging the eyelids
With seborrheic blepharitis, ophthalmologists advise performing eye massage during therapy. It is also performed to prevent the development of complications and for preventive purposes. This procedure helps to heal faster and speed up metabolic processes.
To massage the eyelids, a special stick with a notch at one end and a ball at the other is used. You can buy it at any pharmacy. This device is very convenient to apply ointments.
Scaly blepharitis in children
Treatment of this eye pathology in babies is performed in the same way as in adults. When the first symptoms of eyelid seborrhea appear, it is necessary to show the child to the doctor, since the disease cannot be started. In severe cases, it can lead to reduced vision.
Medication use
Scaly blepharitis, the symptoms of which are swelling and redness of the eyelids, will have to be treated for a long period. It is necessary to carry out not only general, but also local therapy. But before that you need:
- cure chronic diseases;
- improve living conditions;
- get rid of seborrheic eczema;
- increase the body's defenses;
- balance nutrition.
Local treatment involves instillation of special agents into the organs of vision and rubbing of medicinal ointments into the skin of the eyelids. The ciliary edges, which are covered with scales, must be softened with a 1% Synthomycin emulsion or fish oil. Then they are treated with antiseptics: Sulfacil-sodium or brilliant green. Only after all these procedures is applied medicinal ointment.
In the complex treatment of scaly blepharitis, solutions of "Sulfapiridazine-sodium", "Tsipromed", "Desonide" and "Prednisolone" are also used. They are used for instillation into the conjunctival sac. In addition, Ophthalgel or other drugs with the effect of artificial tears are often dripped.
A compress from calendula decoction will help to achieve an anti-inflammatory effect. Of course, the treatment process will be tedious and long, but with the correct and constant application of the medical bandage, a positive result will appear in 2-3 weeks.
For external use, products containing sulfonamides and antibiotics are used. Another doctor can prescribe drugs with glucocorticosteroids for seborrhea of the eyelids: Chloramphenicol, Fucidin, as well as hydrocortisone, dibiomycin or tetracycline ointment. The combination of "Gentamicin" and "Dexamethasone" effectively eliminates the unpleasant symptoms of the disease.
Physiotherapy treatments
In the complex therapy of scaly blepharitis, they have antibacterial and restorative effects on the patient's bodyaction. As a rule, with such an eye disease, they carry out:
- Electrophoresis with synthomycin or penicillin of the eyelids and eyes through a pad. A few months later, electrotherapy with ascorbic acid and thiamine is performed.
- UVCH. This method of treatment eliminates inflammation and normalizes blood circulation in the tissues of the eye.
- Darsonvalization. They resort to such a procedure for mild forms of eyelid seborrhea.
Unconventional treatments
With the right approach, scaly blepharitis in the early stages can be eliminated by folk methods. But one should take into account the fact that the disease without complex therapy can return at any time.
Helps to cope with the disease of aloe. The juice from the leaves of the agave is filtered through sterile gauze, folded four times. It is advisable to warm the filtered liquid a little in a water bath. With this healing solution, two drops are instilled into the eyes every evening.
To get rid of blepharitis, it is recommended to use green and black tea. When the first symptoms of pathology occur, these ingredients are mixed and poured with boiling water. The tea should turn out strong, after that 5 ml of dry wine is poured into it. The eyelids are wiped with the finished mixture at least 6 times a day.
Burdock oil can be used to treat such a pathology. It is applied to the mobile skin folds around the eyes. It has a bactericidal and tonic effect. Before use, the pomace from the roots of burdock should be slightly heated. Means treat eyelids in the morning and in the evening. It is also desirable to lubricate problem areas with olive oil.or almond butter.
With seborrheic blepharitis, a decoction of chamomile and calendula is prepared. Take 2 grams of dry raw materials and pour into 250 ml of hot water. The resulting herbal drink must be consumed throughout the day. Additionally, clean basil leaves should be applied to the affected areas of the eyes. They should be mashed a little in advance until the juice appears.
How to prevent the development of eyelid seborrhea?
Scaly blepharitis is an extremely unpleasant disease. To avoid its appearance, you should follow some tips:
- You should always wash your face and hands thoroughly after working in dusty areas.
- Keep hygiene.
- Do not touch your eyes with dirty hands, especially when using contact lenses. Wash your hands before applying and removing them.
- Special goggles must always be worn in the chemical industry.
When the first signs of illness occur, you should immediately visit the clinic. Self-medication and inactivity can lead to decreased vision. Only an experienced specialist is able to establish an accurate diagnosis and choose the best treatment.
