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What Causes Blepharitis & Is It Contagious?
Blepharitis is inflammation of the eyelash follicles, along the edge of the eyelid.
Alternative Names
Eyelid inflammation
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Blepharitis is caused by an overgrowth of the bacteria that is normally found on the skin. It is usually due to
The cause is overgrowth of the bacteria that is normally found on the skin.
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