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Question 1

What is scaly blepharitis?

Answer 1

Low-grade inflammation on top of abnormal denatured irritating secretions of the lid glands, associated with seborrheic dermatitis.

Symptoms include discomfort, heaviness of lids, and itching.

Question 2

What are the signs of scaly blepharitis?

Answer 2

Small white scales (dry or wet greasy) that, when removed, reveal a hyperemic lid margin without ulceration.

Usually associated with scalp dandruff and seborrheic skin lesions.

Question 3

What is the treatment for scaly blepharitis?

Answer 3

Lid hygiene (scrubs), antiseborrheic eye ointment to the lid margin, and systemic anti-seborrheic treatment for weeks or months.

Question 4

What are the symptoms of ulcerative (staphylococcal) blepharitis?

Answer 4

Heaviness and discomfort (burning sensation) with discharge.

Question 5

What are the signs of ulcerative blepharitis?

Answer 5

Dry scales and yellow crusts encircle the lash root, gluing them together (known as collarettes).

Removal leaves minute ulcers that bleed easily and heal by scar.