eye disorders
Blepharitis
Diagnosis of Blepharitis
Symptoms and a doctor's examination Diagnosis of blepharitis is usually based on the symptoms and the appearance of the eyelids. A doctor may use a What Is a Slit Lamp? to examine the eyelids more closely. Occasionally, a sample of material is taken from the edges of the eyelids and is cultured to identify the type of bacteria causing the infection and determine how sensitive it is to commonly used antibiotics. 