Clinical Diagnosis · Sensory System · Medium
Blepharitis
Meaning: Inflammation of the eyelid margins causing red, itchy, crusty eyelids.
In practice: Warm compresses and lid hygiene were advised for his chronic blepharitis.
Word parts
- -itis means inflammation
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