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Blepharitis is an inflammation of the eyelids. Some people are more prone to blepharitis. Individuals of Celtic descent, light complexion, light hair and or light eyes are at greater risk. Their symptoms include red, swollen or crusty eyelids.

The tear film is made up of three layers. The inside layer is mucous that holds the middle aqueous, or watery layer, on the front of the eye. The outside layer is an oily film that is secreted by meibomian glands which empty along the edge of the lids just behind the lashes.

Blepharitis is an inflammation of the eyelids