You probably don’t give your eyelids much thought. But many conditions can irritate them. One of the most common issues is called blepharitis. Blepharitis is an inflammation of the eyelid. It can affect the inside or the outside of the skin that lines the eyes. The condition can make your eyelids red, swollen, irritated, and… Continue reading The Trouble with Eyelids
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1 in 4 ER Visits for Eye Problems Aren’t Emergencies
Pinkeye isn’t a medical emergency. Neither is a puffy eyelid. But a study done in February 2017 found that nearly one in four people who seek emergency care for eye problems have those mild conditions, and recommends ways to help those patients get the right level of care. The national study, led by University of… Continue reading 1 in 4 ER Visits for Eye Problems Aren’t Emergencies