What Causes Eyelid Inflammation and How Can It Be Treated?

Blepharitis is common in daily life, especially when it is caused by bacterial infection. This condition is known as blepharitis, which is mainly related to external irritation. Failure to pay attention to rubbing the eyes frequently with hands may also lead to inflammation. Severe cases may cause surrounding ulcers, resulting in the loss of eyelashes, and prompt and proper treatment is required. Eye drops and oral medications can be used under the guidance of a doctor. Let's learn about what causes blepharitis and how to treat it.

1. Overuse of the eyes can cause the orbicularis oculi muscles around the eyes to contract, blocking the openings of glands.

2. Rubbing the eyes with unclean hands allows bacteria to enter through the openings of glands.

3. Food-related allergies, such as seafood and chocolate, can also cause blepharitis.

4. Recurrent hordeolum may indicate the need for a full-body examination to check for diabetes.

(1) In the early stages without abscess formation, wet heat compresses can be used to help disperse the inflammation.

(2) Apply Zijinding or Qinghuoyan Pill mixed with external eye drops or other anti-inflammatory eye drops or cold water to the affected skin. Alternatively, Ruyi Jinhuang Paste can be applied to the local skin. Note: Do not apply the medication into the eyes.

(3) Take several segments of fresh Commelina communis, remove the leaves and use the stems. After washing, roast them over a flame or fire using alcohol lamps. Squeeze the stems with fingers and quickly apply the juice that comes out of the broken ends to the affected area. Be careful not to apply it into the eyes, and repeat this process 4-5 times daily.

(4) Use 1-2 kinds of fresh herbs such as Emilia sonchifolia, Hedyotis diffusa, Taraxacum mongolicum, and Chrysanthemum indicum. Clean and mash them, then apply the mixture to the affected skin. Be careful not to apply it into the eyes.

When abscess formation occurs, incision and drainage should be performed. If the abscess is located on the skin surface of the eyelid, the incision should be parallel to the eyelid margin; if the abscess is located inside the eyelid, the incision should be perpendicular to the eyelid margin. It is important to note that if abscess formation is present, squeezing should be avoided. If this leads to swelling, severe pain, or accompanying symptoms such as chills, fever, and headache, indicating worsening of the condition, treatment for eye abscess should be considered.