&lt;h1&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Blepharitis: Symptoms, Causes &amp;amp; Treatment&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h1&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;p data-path-to-node=&quot;1&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;1&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Blepharitis&lt;/strong&gt; is a common inflammatory condition characterized by swelling, itching, and irritation of the eyelids. It typically affects both eyes, specifically along the edges where the eyelashes grow.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Causes and Characteristics&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-path-to-node=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;The condition often arises from two primary sources:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;4,0,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;4,0,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Bacterial Overgrowth:&lt;/strong&gt; Usually harmless bacteria on the skin can become overpopulated, leading to irritation.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;4,1,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;4,1,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Clogged Oil Glands:&lt;/strong&gt; Small glands at the base of the eyelashes may become blocked, preventing the natural oils from protecting the eye&#39;s surface.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p data-path-to-node=&quot;5&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;While blepharitis can be quite uncomfortable, it is &lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;5&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;52&quot;&gt;not contagious&lt;/strong&gt; and generally does not cause permanent damage to your vision.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;What It Looks Like&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-path-to-node=&quot;7&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Those with blepharitis may notice several distinct changes to their eyelids:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;8,0,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;8,0,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Greasy or Scaly Appearance:&lt;/strong&gt; Lids may look oily or develop crusty scales that cling to the lashes.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;8,1,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;8,1,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Morning Discomfort:&lt;/strong&gt; It is common to wake up with eyelids &quot;stuck&quot; together or with dried residue (crusts) around the eyes.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;8,2,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;8,2,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Gritty Sensation:&lt;/strong&gt; Many people describe a feeling similar to having sand or grit in their eyes.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Long-Term Management&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-path-to-node=&quot;10&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Although there is currently no permanent cure for blepharitis, symptoms are usually highly manageable through consistent daily eyelid hygiene and medical treatments.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-path-to-node=&quot;10&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Blepharitis Symptoms&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;p data-path-to-node=&quot;1&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Blepharitis symptoms are often most severe immediately after waking up. If you have this condition, you may notice the following changes to your eyes and eyelids:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Eyelid Appearance and Texture&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;3,0,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;3,0,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Inflammation:&lt;/strong&gt; Eyelids that are noticeably swollen or discolored.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;3,1,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;3,1,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Debris and Texture:&lt;/strong&gt; Eyelashes that appear crusted or eyelids that look unusually greasy.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;3,2,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;3,2,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Flaking:&lt;/strong&gt; Visible skin peeling or flaking around the eye area.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;3,3,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;3,3,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Adhesion:&lt;/strong&gt; A sensation of the eyelids sticking together, especially in the morning.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Eye Discomfort and Sensations&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;5,0,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;5,0,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Irritation:&lt;/strong&gt; Persistent itching, stinging, or a burning sensation.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;5,1,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;5,1,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Foreign Body Sensation:&lt;/strong&gt; A &quot;gritty&quot; feeling, as if sand or dirt is trapped in the eye.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;5,2,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;5,2,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Light Sensitivity:&lt;/strong&gt; Increased discomfort when exposed to bright lights.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;5,3,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;5,3,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Frequent Blinking:&lt;/strong&gt; An involuntary urge to blink more often than usual.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Vision and Tear Changes&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;7,0,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;7,0,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Tear Quality:&lt;/strong&gt; Excessively watery eyes or tears that appear bubbly or foamy.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;7,1,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;7,1,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Redness:&lt;/strong&gt; A bloodshot appearance in the whites of the eyes.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;7,2,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;7,2,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Fluctuating Vision:&lt;/strong&gt; Blurred vision that typically clears up after blinking.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Blepharitis Causes&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;p data-path-to-node=&quot;1&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;1&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Blepharitis&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;/span&gt;is essentially an inflammatory response of the eyelids. When your immune system detects what it perceives as a foreign or harmful substance, it reacts by triggering inflammation, which leads to the characteristic swelling, redness, and irritation.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Primary Triggers&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-path-to-node=&quot;3&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;While the exact origin of the inflammation can sometimes be a mystery, it is most often linked to one of two factors:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;4,0,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;4,0,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Bacterial Overgrowth:&lt;/strong&gt; It is normal for specific types of bacteria to inhabit the surface of your eyelids and lashes. However, if these bacterial populations grow excessively, they can irritate the skin and trigger an immune response.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;4,1,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;4,1,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Blocked Oil Glands:&lt;/strong&gt; Small pores located near the base of the eyelashes are responsible for secreting essential oils. When these pores become clogged or congested, it often leads to the development of blepharitis.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p data-path-to-node=&quot;5&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;In many cases, the specific underlying cause remains unknown, though the irritation is often a combination of environmental and biological factors.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-path-to-node=&quot;5&quot;&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;If you have blepharitis symptoms that don&#39;t improve with regular bathing or washing, make an appointment with your healthcare professional.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Risk Factors&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;p data-path-to-node=&quot;1&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;span class=&quot;&quot;&gt;While anyone can develop blepharitis,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span class=&quot;&quot;&gt; certain skin conditions and environmental factors can significantly increase your risk.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span class=&quot;&quot;&gt; The most common contributing factors include:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Related Skin Conditions&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;3,0,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong class=&quot;&quot; data-path-to-node=&quot;3,0,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Seborrheic Dermatitis:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span class=&quot;&quot;&gt; Better known as dandruff of the scalp or eyebrows,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span class=&quot;&quot;&gt; this condition can cause skin irritation that spreads to the eyelids.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;3,1,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong class=&quot;&quot; data-path-to-node=&quot;3,1,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Rosacea:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span class=&quot;&quot;&gt; An inflammatory skin disorder that causes facial redness and can affect the health and appearance of the eyelids.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Biological and Environmental Triggers&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;5,0,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong class=&quot;&quot; data-path-to-node=&quot;5,0,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Bacterial Infections:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span class=&quot;&quot;&gt; Pre-existing bacterial diseases of the eyes or lids can lead to chronic inflammation.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;5,1,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong class=&quot;&quot; data-path-to-node=&quot;5,1,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Parasites and Pests:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span class=&quot;&quot;&gt; An overabundance of microscopic &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong class=&quot;&quot; data-path-to-node=&quot;5,1,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;53&quot;&gt;eyelash mites&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span class=&quot;&quot;&gt; (Demodex) or an infestation of &lt;/span&gt;&lt;strong class=&quot;&quot; data-path-to-node=&quot;5,1,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;98&quot;&gt;lice&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span class=&quot;&quot;&gt; on the scalp can irritate the eyelid margins.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;5,2,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong class=&quot;&quot; data-path-to-node=&quot;5,2,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Dry Eye Syndrome:&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;span class=&quot;&quot;&gt; A lack of quality tears can leave the eyelids more vulnerable to irritation.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Sensitivities and Allergies&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p data-path-to-node=&quot;7&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;span class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Reactions to various products can trigger inflammation,&lt;/span&gt;&lt;span class=&quot;&quot;&gt; including:&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;8,0,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span class=&quot;&quot; style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Eye medications or drops.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;8,1,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span class=&quot;&quot; style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Contact lens solutions.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;8,2,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span class=&quot;&quot; style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;Cosmetics and eye makeup.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;h2&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;span class=&quot;&quot;&gt;Complications&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/h2&gt;
&lt;hr /&gt;
&lt;p data-path-to-node=&quot;1&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;If left unmanaged, the chronic inflammation of blepharitis can lead to several secondary issues affecting the eyelids and the surface of the eye.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Eyelid and Lash Alterations&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;3,0,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;3,0,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Eyelash Abnormalities:&lt;/strong&gt; The lashes may fall out, lose their natural pigment, or begin growing inward toward the eye (trichiasis), which can cause significant irritation.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;3,1,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;3,1,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Skin Changes and Scarring:&lt;/strong&gt; Long-term inflammation can lead to permanent scarring on the eyelids. In some cases, the edges of the eyelids may begin to tilt inward or outward.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;3,2,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;3,2,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Styes and Chalazia:&lt;/strong&gt; * &lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;3,2,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;22&quot;&gt;Stye:&lt;/strong&gt; A painful, infected bump at the base of a lash or within an oil gland.&lt;/span&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;3,2,1,0,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;3,2,1,0,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Chalazion:&lt;/strong&gt; A firm, swollen bump caused by a blocked oil gland. While usually painless, it can become tender as it grows.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #ff99cc;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Vision and Eye Surface Issues&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;5,0,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;5,0,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Tear Film Instability:&lt;/strong&gt; Debris, excess oil, and skin flakes can contaminate the tear film. This imbalance often results in a cycle of &lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;5,0,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;133&quot;&gt;chronic dry eye&lt;/strong&gt; or, paradoxically, &lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;5,0,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;168&quot;&gt;excessive tearing&lt;/strong&gt; as the eye tries to compensate for irritation.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;5,1,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;5,1,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Chronic Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis):&lt;/strong&gt; Persistent blepharitis can lead to recurring bouts of pink eye, which is the inflammation of the clear membrane covering the white of the eye.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;li data-path-to-node=&quot;5,2,0&quot;&gt;&lt;span style=&quot;color: #99ccff;&quot;&gt;&lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;5,2,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;0&quot;&gt;Corneal Damage:&lt;/strong&gt; This is the most serious complication. Constant friction from inward-growing lashes or a lack of protective tears can cause a sore (ulcer) on the &lt;strong data-path-to-node=&quot;5,2,0&quot; data-index-in-node=&quot;162&quot;&gt;cornea&lt;/strong&gt;, the clear front surface of the eye.&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

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