A swollen eyelid is usually a symptom, not a condition. It's very common and is usually due to allergy, inflammation, infection, or injury. The skin of your eyelid is less than 1 millimeter thick. But ...

Waking up with some gunk in your eyes is usually nothing to worry about. The scientific name for this crust is rheum, and it forms when oil and other debris collect on your eyelids during sleep. But ...

Blepharitis (blef-uh-RYE-tis) is inflammation of the eyelids. Blepharitis usually involves the part of the eyelid where the eyelashes grow and affects both eyelids. Blepharitis commonly occurs when ...

That first glance in the mirror can say a lot about your night and your health. If your eyes are bloodshot red even before you’ve had coffee, it’s not just a skincare issue. Morning eye redness is ...

If you have psoriasis, a chronic skin condition caused by an overactive immune system, you may have patches of red, inflamed, or painful, dead skin buildup all over your body. Psoriasis may also show ...

Chalazion is a very common inflammatory lesion of the eyelid margins. Medical management that includes warm compresses, massage, and topical antibiotics and steroids are usually effective. For ...