Showing posts with label Eyes. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Eyes. Show all posts

Thursday, July 10, 2014

What is Blepharitis?

What an odd word..."Blepharitis." It is obviously an inflammation of some sort, which explains the "itis" part. I just don't know what a blephar is...(goes to check this out)

Blepharitis is inflammation of the eyelid, especially related to the oil ducts at the bases of the lashes. It doesn't necessarily create a sty, but can cause a crust to matte the lashes together, resulting in discomfort. The eye can be reddened from the inflammation as well. Read more here: Mayo Clinic - Blepharitis

It is associated with celiac disease, though, not necessarily a direct result of celiac disease.

I have had this affliction on occasion. I always thought it was a childhood or allergy thing that you grew out of or only got on occasion. I have gotten styes before, but they are generally short-lived. I have not noticed a strong correlation with gluten poisoning, in my own case. I'm more inclined to blame the pollen counts.

Have you had blepharitis that was improved by a gluten free diet? Are you on a gluten free diet and have not had improvement in your blepharitis symptoms?

Thanks,

RG