The crusty, grainy, or scaly appearance at the base of the eyelashes is the most common finding in blepharitis. This is the classic appearance of blepharitis involving the outer angle of the eyelid, called angular blepharitis. Chronic blepharitis can lead to misdirected eyelashes, misshapen eyelashes, and loss of eyelashes (trichiasis).
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The crusty, grainy, or scaly appearance at the base of the eyelashes is the most common finding in blepharitis.
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Blepharitis is inflammation of the eyelids. When it involves the outside front of the eyelid, where the eyelashes are attached, it is called anterior blepharitis. Anterior blepharitis may be caused by:
  • Bacteria
  • Scalp dandruff (seborrheic dermatitis)
  • Allergy
  • Psoriasis
If blepharitis involves the inner eyelid, it is called posterior blepharitis. Posterior blepharitis may be caused by:
  • Dysfunction of the oil (meibomian) glands in the eyelid
  • Acne rosacea
  • Scalp dandruff (seborrheic dermatitis)
  • Allergy
Last Modified: 6 Feb 2008

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