Waking up with some gunk in your eyes is usually nothing to worry about. The scientific name for this crust is rheum, and it forms when oil and other debris collect on your eyelids during sleep. But ...

There’s not enough evidence to conclude that drinking coffee can worsen blepharitis symptoms. Caffeine doesn’t seem to dry out or irritate the eyes, and coffee may have an anti-inflammatory and ...

Blepharitis is a condition that causes inflammation of the eyelid. A person with blepharitis may experience swollen, irritated, and itchy eyelids. A stye is a painful lump that develops on the upper ...

Why It’s Often Missed Because Demodex blepharitis symptoms mimic those of allergies or chronic dry eye, it can go undetected or misdiagnosed for years. It also shares a strong connection with ocular ...