By the way, doctor: What can I do about blepharitis?
Blepharitis is classified as either posterior (occurring on the inner edge of the eyelid) or anterior (occurring on the outer part of the eyelid). Anterior blepharitis affects the eyelash follicles (where the eyelashes attach to the eyelid). The follicles may become inflamed, clogged by flaking or crusting skin, or infected by skin bacteria.
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