#Blepharitis

Blepharitis is a chronic eye lid inflammation. Many causes, many risk factors and can lead to very destructive eye irritation and even reduced vision.

I am pleased to present this information as we are embarking on a new attempt to treat this chronic eye condition.

Here is a excerpt from the LidHygenix web site:

The importance of lid hygiene. Oil and debris from the glands in the eyelid tend to accumulate on the lid margins and eyelashes, often causing irritation and discomfort. If the accumulation is significant, the lids may stick together, particularly in the morning upon awakening.

Oil glands in the eyelid. To promote eye health it is important to remove oil and debris on a daily basis. LidHygenix was developed by an eye doctor to assist with eyelid cleansing. This gentle, non-irritating solution is specifically formulated for the delicate skin of the eyelids. LidHygenix is also an effective eye makeup remover. Used as part of a daily cleansing regimen, LidHygenix will help foster lid health and hygiene. 

This is a representation of the oil glands that produce the oil needed to maintain a quality tear layer for your eyes protection and quality of vision.

Please visit the full brochure that details the critical nature of eyelid hygiene and treatment of blepharitis:
http://www.lidhygenix.com/pdfs/lid_brochure.pdf

Thanks for reading, now go clean your lids :)

Dr. Greg

Corneal Ulcers

I saw a patient with one of these eyes. Quite avoidable really. He called in the morning after having a red irritated eye for a couple of days. He confessed that he really needs to get better at replacing his contact lens on schedule and cleaning them. He is correct.

What we are looking at here is an isolated bacterial corneal infiltrate of white blood cells that are attacking the over-populated bacteria that have broken into his cornea. This will become a corneal ulcer in no time. Yes, ulcer. Imagine this in front of the center of your pupil...

Stressing out the cornea leads to such things. Contact lenses stress corneas, old soiled contact lenses stress corneas in a dramatic way.

Classic ways to stress your corneas with contact lenses:
1. sleep while wearing them
2. wear ill-fitting lenses
3. improper use of solutions
4. over-wear lenses
5. use old soiled contact lens storage case
6. expose contact lenses to water and wear them
7. handle lenses with soiled hands

The bottom line is that you should always wear a good lens, and you should be disposing of your lens while it is still good. Yes, dispose of a monthly lens before a month if it goes bad. And, no, don't re-use a daily lens if it is still good.

Thanks for taking care of your eyes!

#visioniswhatwedo

Dr. Greg