blepharitis
Americannoun
noun
Other Word Forms
- blepharitic adjective
Etymology
Origin of blepharitis
Example Sentences
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The eyelid redness and swelling of blepharitis is more common in people older than 50.
From Washington Post
Q: I have had a bad case of blepharitis for many years.
From Seattle Times
He hoped they would reduce the inflammation around his eyelids, a condition known as blepharitis.
From Los Angeles Times
If blepharitis is a chronic problem, wet a washcloth with hot water and apply warm compresses to the eyes every morning.
From New York Times
She typed in blepharitis, an inflammatory infection of the eyelid.
From New York Times
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