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Blepharitis

2021-06-13 20:25:33
I have blepharitis for quite a long time, I tried eye ointment and cleaning my eyelid but it didn't help, should I consider oral anti biotic? If so, what kind of anti biotic should I take?
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do warm compress of eyelids 3 to 4 times a day . also continue eye ointment .

Answered2021-06-14 03:34:44

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Hi..better to see a doctor and take wholesome treatment rather than taking antibiotics like this.

Answered2021-06-16 01:44:10

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