Jan 26, 2024 · Posterior blepharitis affects the inner eyelid near the eye. Anterior blepharitis impacts the outside of your eyelid along the eyelash line. Both posterior and anterior …

Feb 3, 2025 · Posterior blepharitis affects the inner eyelid, often caused by dysfunction of the oil glands, and can cause symptoms such as red, swollen eyelids and dry eyes. Anterior …

Jul 24, 2023 · Anterior blepharitis is commonly caused by bacteria or scalp dandruff (flaking) and affects the outer side of the eyelid (two pieces of skin which cover your eyes when they are …

Dec 4, 2024 · Posterior blepharitis affects the outside of the inner edge of the eyelid — the part that touches your eye. This type of blepharitis happens when the oil glands in your eyelids get …

Anterior blepharitis is commonly caused by bacteria (staphylococcus) or oily build-up (seborrhea) associated with skin conditions like rosacea. Posterior blepharitis can worsen dry eye and lead …

What is blepharitis? Blepharitis refers to inflammation of the eyelid margin. There are two variants based on the location of the inflammation: Anterior blepharitis affects the external eyelid, …

Jan 19, 2024 · To help you better understand this condition, we’re delving into its two primary types: anterior and posterior blepharitis. Anterior Blepharitis primarily affects the outside front …

There are two types of blepharitis, which sometimes occur together: Posterior blepharitis, which is also called Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD), results when the condition affects the inside …

Dec 20, 2022 · Anterior blepharitis: This type occurs when your eyelid’s front exterior, where the eyelashes come out of your lids, is red or darker in color and swollen, or when you have …

Blepharitis is classified into two types. Anterior blepharitis occurs at the outside front edge of the eyelid where the eyelashes attach. Posterior blepharitis affects the inner edge of the eyelid …