I had a face lift and upper eyelid surgery about 2 1/2 years ago. I have been happy with the results up until about a year ago. The problem began when I started getting sties. Over the last year the sties healed but have resulted in blocked oil glands and blepharitis. My eyelids are both swollen. Now I can't wear makeup and I feel really bad about my appearance. I have seen several ophthalmologists for treatment but it won't go away. I do the eyelid scrub and warm compresses every day.
Answer: Does Blepharitis result from previous eyelid surgeries? Blepharitis is a relatively common condition that can start at any age, with no known reason why some get and some don't. It can result in eyelid styes (or chalazions). Most patients with blepharitis have never had any previous eyelid procedures, so it is impossible to say that your previous eyelid surgery contributed to developing blepharitis. See an oculoplastic specialist for treatment.
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Answer: Does Blepharitis result from previous eyelid surgeries? Blepharitis is a relatively common condition that can start at any age, with no known reason why some get and some don't. It can result in eyelid styes (or chalazions). Most patients with blepharitis have never had any previous eyelid procedures, so it is impossible to say that your previous eyelid surgery contributed to developing blepharitis. See an oculoplastic specialist for treatment.
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March 10, 2014
Answer: It is not out of the question. Changes in the blink function of the eyes could contribute to meibomian gland dysfunction. Cutting the upper eyelid to perform blepharoplasty can weaken the upper eyelid blink function. Did this blepharitis-maybe. It certainly did not help the situation. It would be interesting to know if all four eyelid margins are affected equally or if it is only the upper eyelids. If all four eyelids are equally involved, then one would be hard pressed to blame the eyelid surgery. On the other hand, if only the upper eyelid margins are affected, then I think a much stronger case could be made that in some way, the upper eyelid surgery contributed to the situation. The warm compresses and lid scubs are helpful. It is also important that you dry eye status be checked and you get appropriate treatment for dry eye. Find a sympathetic ophthalmologist who actually takes in interest in caring for you. That is sometimes a tall order because many consider the treatment of blepharitis and unexciting. Antibiotic ointment and low dose tetracycline (oracea) can be helpful in clearing up the meibomitis.
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March 10, 2014
Answer: It is not out of the question. Changes in the blink function of the eyes could contribute to meibomian gland dysfunction. Cutting the upper eyelid to perform blepharoplasty can weaken the upper eyelid blink function. Did this blepharitis-maybe. It certainly did not help the situation. It would be interesting to know if all four eyelid margins are affected equally or if it is only the upper eyelids. If all four eyelids are equally involved, then one would be hard pressed to blame the eyelid surgery. On the other hand, if only the upper eyelid margins are affected, then I think a much stronger case could be made that in some way, the upper eyelid surgery contributed to the situation. The warm compresses and lid scubs are helpful. It is also important that you dry eye status be checked and you get appropriate treatment for dry eye. Find a sympathetic ophthalmologist who actually takes in interest in caring for you. That is sometimes a tall order because many consider the treatment of blepharitis and unexciting. Antibiotic ointment and low dose tetracycline (oracea) can be helpful in clearing up the meibomitis.
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March 10, 2014
Answer: Eyelid surgery does not cause chronic blepharitis. In the immediate post-op phase, you may get some inflammation in the glands from the surgery. Yours started more than a year post-op. Blepharitis is a chronic inflammation of the eyelid glands, and is seen with age, and in patients with rosacea. Eyelid scrubs and warm compresses can help. Sometimes we will add additional medications such as an eye ointment to be used at bedtime. Low dose Doxycycline pills can also help to improve the condition of the glands, especially in patietnts with rosacea.
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March 10, 2014
Answer: Eyelid surgery does not cause chronic blepharitis. In the immediate post-op phase, you may get some inflammation in the glands from the surgery. Yours started more than a year post-op. Blepharitis is a chronic inflammation of the eyelid glands, and is seen with age, and in patients with rosacea. Eyelid scrubs and warm compresses can help. Sometimes we will add additional medications such as an eye ointment to be used at bedtime. Low dose Doxycycline pills can also help to improve the condition of the glands, especially in patietnts with rosacea.
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March 11, 2014
Answer: Did my upper Eyelid Surgery result in blocked oil glands & blepharitis, will it be chronic or eventually resolve itself? photo If your present upper edge of lid issue began over a year after the surgery very hard to believe there is any relationship...
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March 11, 2014
Answer: Did my upper Eyelid Surgery result in blocked oil glands & blepharitis, will it be chronic or eventually resolve itself? photo If your present upper edge of lid issue began over a year after the surgery very hard to believe there is any relationship...
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July 18, 2016
Answer: Eyelid complications after surgery it is unlikely that her eyelid surgery is related to your current issue. If you are going through menopause or you are postmenopausal this can play a role. A diet that is not supplemented with generous amounts of omega-3's and water can also play a role. I would go see an oculoplastic surgeon as opposed to a medical ophthalmologist to see what their opinion as before proceeding with other therapies.
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July 18, 2016
Answer: Eyelid complications after surgery it is unlikely that her eyelid surgery is related to your current issue. If you are going through menopause or you are postmenopausal this can play a role. A diet that is not supplemented with generous amounts of omega-3's and water can also play a role. I would go see an oculoplastic surgeon as opposed to a medical ophthalmologist to see what their opinion as before proceeding with other therapies.
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