Waking up with some gunk in your eyes is usually nothing to worry about. The scientific name for this crust is rheum, and it forms when oil and other debris collect on your eyelids during sleep. But ...
An overview of the current landscape of available treatment options for Demodex blepharitis is analyzed. This is a video synopsis/summary of a discussion involving Elizabeth Yeu, MD. Yeu discusses how ...
Xdemvy (lotilaner ophthalmic solution 0.25%) is a medicine designed to treat Demodex blepharitis, a common but often overlooked eye condition caused by microscopic insects called Demodex mites on the ...
Blepharitis is an annoying, chronic inflammation of the eyelid margins that can cause red eyes, swollen eyelids, eye pain, itching, irritation, and blurry vision. It can also cause crusty, ...
The FDA approved lotilaner ophthalmic solution 0.25% (Xdemvy) as the first specific treatment for Demodex blepharitis. Lotilaner (formerly TP-03) is an ectoparasiticide that targets Demodex mites, ...
Demodex blepharitis affects about 58% of patients, necessitating thorough ocular surface examinations for accurate diagnosis ...
Blepharitis is a chronic inflammation that affects the eyelids and the eyelashes, and it is one of the most common problems doctors see in their office. A frequent problem in both children and adults, ...
Elizabeth Yeu, MD, discusses complications that may arise from inadequate treatment of Demodex blepharitis. This is a video synopsis/summary of a discussion involving Elizabeth Yeu, MD. Dr Yeu ...
Excess production of sebum or oil can lead to oily skin. This can happen anywhere on the body, including the eyelids. Oily eyelids may resemble sweaty eyelids and can be triggered by stress, ...
A chalazion and a hordeolum are both bumps on the eyelid. A hordeolum, also called a stye, is caused by bacterial infection, while a chalazion results from an obstructed gland. Knowing whether you ...
Preseptal cellulitis is an infection of the eyelid and the skin around the eyeball. It typically affects children and causes symptoms such as swelling, pain, and redness around the eye. The condition ...