What does blepharitis mean?
noun
Inflammation of the eyelids, often causing redness, itching, and crusting of the eyelashes. It can be caused by a bacterial or viral infection, or by an allergic reaction.
Example
"The doctor diagnosed the patient with blepharitis and prescribed antibiotics to treat the infection."
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