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What Causes Foul Smell From The Eyelids?
This is going to sound crazy but after rubbing my eyes (lids) my fingers smell awful...like parmesan cheese! This isn t something new, it s been like this for as long as I can remember.....years I think. I shower daily and wash my face every night before retiring. Do you have idea what the cause of this could be?
Thu, 27 Sep 2018
Hi,
It could be due to impacted sebum or infection of lacrimal duct.
You can take antibiotic eye drops for symptomatic relief.
If symptoms persist you can consult an ophthalmologist and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
It could be due to impacted sebum or infection of lacrimal duct.
You can take antibiotic eye drops for symptomatic relief.
If symptoms persist you can consult an ophthalmologist and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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