Blepharitis (Noun)
Meaning
Inflammation of the eyelids characterized by redness and swelling and dried crusts.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with blepharitis, a condition that caused her eyelids to become itchy and inflamed.
- Untreated blepharitis can lead to complications such as scarring and vision problems if not managed properly.
- She awoke with her eyes stuck together due to the dried crusts that formed as a result of blepharitis.
- After using warm compresses and over-the-counter medication, the symptoms of blepharitis began to subside.
- Blepharitis often affects people who already suffer from other skin conditions, such as rosacea or eczema.