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Eye lid is getting swell

2016-05-03 14:33:13
Eye lid is getting swelled frequently. I have to use eye ointment capsule and ciprofloxacin eye drop, but still no progress. Can you please suggest me like , should I visit any eye specialist? Or is it normal conjunctivitis?
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Hello I think u have meibomitis Treatment 1. Hot fomentation 2. Lid massage:with index finger:from up to down :firmly 3. Apply ciplox ointment over lid margins

Answered2016-05-05 03:59:45

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It could be due to recurrent blockage of the glands which secretes tears in your eyelid margins. Please check your blood sugar levels and consult an ophthalmologist.

Answered2016-05-04 03:30:26

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