Condition Info - BotMed Application

ConditionName

Blepharitis

ConditionDescription

Symptoms

Bilateral, gradual onset; no pain;
Infection of eyelids and lashes secondary to seborrhea (red swollen lid margins + dandruff on lashes);

PhysicalFindings

Lids inflamed; 
Visual acuity fine;

ClinicalTests

None

RiskFactors

IsRedFlag

IsNPLEX

Consequence

ProgressionFromCondition

TreatmentOptions

Wash lid margins daily with shampoo;
Remove scales daily with cotton ball;

PharmOptions

Antibiotic ointment qd lid margins;

WebLink

https://www.merckmanuals.com/en-ca/professional/eye-disorders/eyelid-and-lacrimal-disorders/blepharitis