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Our Blepharitis specialist will be able to prescribe you the correct eye drops to reduce any symptoms of irritation, inflammation and itchiness.
Blepharitis surgery (blepharoplasty surgery) is a surgical treatment performed to remove any excess skin that is affecting your eyes.
If your blepharitis specialist believes that your symptoms require another course of treatment we will help and advise you on the best steps.
Use the table below to quickly compare blepharitis types what they look like, the usual causes, first-line treatments, daily lid-care routines, useful add-ons, and when to seek help. It’s a fast way to choose the right home plan and know when to book in at My-iClinic for targeted in-clinic care.
Quickly compare common blepharitis types, causes, first-line treatments, daily care, and when to seek help.
| Type | Typical Clues | Main Cause | First-Line Treatment | Daily Care Plan | Useful Add-Ons | When to Seek Care |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anterior — Staphylococcal | Crusty lashes, red lid margins, sore/irritated eyes; worse on waking | Bacterial overgrowth on lid margins | Lid hygiene twice daily; preservative-free lubricants; short topical antibiotic if prescribed | Warm compress 5–10 min → gentle lash cleaning (diluted lid cleanser) | Avoid old eye makeup; replace mascara/liners; hand hygiene | No improvement in 1–2 weeks, painful swelling (hordeolum), or vision changes |
| Anterior — Seborrhoeic | Greasy scales on lashes, flaky brows/scalp, mild itch | Seborrhoeic dermatitis of lids/brows | Lid hygiene; treat scalp/brows (anti-dandruff regimen); lubricants | Warm compress → gentle cleansing along lash line; manage skin condition | Dermatology-friendly cleansers; avoid fragranced cosmetics | Worsening redness, thick crusts, or recurrent styes |
| Posterior — Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD) | Burning, fluctuating blur, worse on screens/wind; foamy tears | Blocked oil glands → poor tear film stability | Consistent heat therapy; gland massage; PF artificial tears; consider omega-3 | Warm compress 10–12 min (daily) → lid massage → blink exercises | In-clinic thermal pulsation/expression; short course anti-inflammatory if advised | Persistent symptoms despite 4–6 weeks of care; severe pain or light sensitivity |
| Demodex Blepharitis | “Sleeve”/collarette at lash base, itch/burn, recurrent chalazia | Demodex mite over-infestation | Tea-tree oil based lid wipes (per protocol); targeted in-clinic treatments if needed | Daily lid wipe routine; replace bedding/towels frequently; cleanse brows | Lash epilation/cleaning in clinic; rotate cosmetics; treat rosacea if present | If irritation persists or chalazia recur; ask about combined therapies |
| Contact Lens–Associated / Mixed | Irritation with lens wear, mucus strands, reduced wear time | Lens deposits, poor hygiene, concurrent MGD/allergy | Lens holiday; hygiene refresh; preservative-free tears; re-fit/replace lenses | Strict hand/lens care; daily disposables if possible; limit wear during flare | Allergy control; meibomian care; switch solutions/case regularly | Painful red eye in lens wearers = urgent same-day assessment |
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Blepharitis is an inflammatory condition of the eye. Blepharitis is a condition defined by inflammation around the edges of your eyelids. This occurs when your tiny oil glands near the base of your eyelashes become infected, often affecting both of your eyes.
At My-iClinic we can check if your symptoms are blepharitis and help you get treated quickly. The most common symptoms of blepharitis are:
Curing blepharitis may depend on the severity of your symptoms. If you are experiencing blepharitis symptoms you will need to have an in-depth eye assessment and consultation with our blepharitis specialist. Our Blepharitis treatments can be an ongoing course of treatment to ensure your symptoms don’t worsen into any other serious eye conditions.
Our blepharitis treatment costs are from £200 starting with your private consultation with our blepharitis specialist. Any additional investigations and assessments for your eyes may increase your consultation fee. Further eye examination will depend if your specialist identifies a more serious problem from your initial eye checks.
It can affect any age group at any time, although it is mostly common in children and over 50s. Many patients also experience repeated episodes. Although it can be sore and irritating, it’s not painful or contagious, and treatment for blepharitis is very straightforward.
With our modern ophthalmic equipment, our blepharitis specialist can check your eyes for the condition. If they confirm you have blepharitis, they will be able to prescribe you a course of treatment that will remission (reduce) your symptoms over time.
Blepharitis can be caused by a number of potential factors such as:
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