Blepharitis is a chronic inflammation that affects the eyelids and the eyelashes, and it is one of the most common problems doctors see in their office. A frequent problem in both children and adults, ...

A 61-year-old woman presents with a complaint of painful swelling of the left lower eyelid that has been slowly progressing for 2 weeks (Figure 1). Before the swelling, she had chronic tearing out of ...

A stye or a chalazion can cause clogged glands on your eyelids that lead to swelling. If your eyes are swollen, itchy, and red, it could be because of allergies to pollen, dust, or other allergens.

While it’s best to have a doctor confirm that your symptoms are related to blepharitis and not another condition, you may be able to treat them at home. If you have swollen, red, and crusty eyelids, ...

To reduce eye swelling from allergies, a person should try to avoid any known triggers or touching and rubbing their eyes. A person can also try applying a cold compress and taking certain medications ...