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What Causes Dry Flaky Skin On Corners Of Eyes?

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Posted on Mon, 29 Jun 2015
Question: I have dry flacky skin on both corners of my eyes, i have to clean it often which cause irritation. Now i notice dryness on on lower lids too. Is this related to medical problem i have to worried about.
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Answered by Dr. Dadapeer K (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
It can be because of blepharitis and no need to be worried about it.

Detailed Answer:
Hello

I am Dr. Dadapeer K, an ophthalmologist and I will be answering your question.

I reviewed your history. It seems from the history that you are having dry flacky skin on the corners of the eyes. We see similar symptoms with patients suffering from inflammation of the eye lid margin called as blepharitis which byitelf is a simple problem. I would suggest we treat this with eye ointment like azithromycin eye ointment, lid scrubs along with artificial tears like refresh tears and see if you get better.

If possible do send me a photo of the affected eyes so that I can confirm the diagnosis and advice you more accurately.

Hope this information is helpful to you. Do write back to me for further questions.

Thank you
With regards
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What Causes Dry Flaky Skin On Corners Of Eyes?

Brief Answer: It can be because of blepharitis and no need to be worried about it. Detailed Answer: Hello I am Dr. Dadapeer K, an ophthalmologist and I will be answering your question. I reviewed your history. It seems from the history that you are having dry flacky skin on the corners of the eyes. We see similar symptoms with patients suffering from inflammation of the eye lid margin called as blepharitis which byitelf is a simple problem. I would suggest we treat this with eye ointment like azithromycin eye ointment, lid scrubs along with artificial tears like refresh tears and see if you get better. If possible do send me a photo of the affected eyes so that I can confirm the diagnosis and advice you more accurately. Hope this information is helpful to you. Do write back to me for further questions. Thank you With regards