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Blepharitis Flashcards

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What are 5 symptoms of blepharitis?

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  1. Burning eyes
  2. Itchy eyes to especially in the morning
  3. Sticky discharge
  4. Redness of the lid margin
  5. Greasy, easily removed scales on the lid margin
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Does blepharitis require a counselling room?

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Yes

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What are 5 red flags for referral with blepharitis?

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  1. Inward or outward turning lower eyelid
  2. Middle aged/elderly patient with painless nodular lesion on or near eyelid
  3. Patient with swollen eyelids and associated feelings of being unwell
  4. Failure to respond to hygiene measures.
  5. Impaired vision
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What is a chalazion?

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A cyst caused by blockage of one of the glands in the upper or lower lids. It looks similar to a stye, but has no “head”, and rather is a painless lump which develops over the course of several weeks.

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Does blepharitis have a PSA self-care card?

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No

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What is the preferred treatment option for blepharitis?

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Hot compresses

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What are the directions for hot compresses in blepharitis?

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Apply for 10-20 minutes twice a day.

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What is 1 non-preferred option for blepharitis and why?

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  1. All pharmacological treatment: not indicated
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Are hot compresses safe in pregnancy?

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Yes

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Are hot compresses safe in breastfeeding?

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Yes

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What is the age range for hot compresses?

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Safe in all ages

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What are 5 pieces of non-pharmacological advice for blepharitis?

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  1. Apply frequent warm, moist compresses, practice lid hygiene and massages
  2. Practice good hygiene of the face and scalp, including use of antidandruff shampoo if needed
  3. Make sure all makeup is removed daily
  4. Avoid any irritants that might cause blepharitis
  5. Keep underlying conditions controlled (for example, diabetes, acne, rosacea)
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What is blepharitis?

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Blepharitis is an inflammation of the lid margins.

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What are the 3 main causes of blepharitis?

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  1. Seborrheic Blepharitis
  2. Rosacea Blepharitis
  3. Staph Blepharitis
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What is the role of antibacterial therapy in managing blepharitis?

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The efficacy of topical antibiotic for staphylococcal blepharitis (anterior blepharitis) is uncertain. However if symptoms are not controlled despite adequate lid hygiene, consider adding chloramphenicol

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