Dec 20, 2022 · Blepharitis, the medical term for irritated, swollen eyelids, is a common condition. The edges of your lids turn red or dark in color and become swollen and scaly.

Feb 7, 2025 · A swollen eyelid can be caused by inflammation in the tissues around the eye. Learn more about puffy eyelids including symptoms, causes, and treatment.

May 26, 2021 · Skin conditions such as eczema, dandruff and psoriasis can trigger eyelid inflammation (blepharitis), which can lead to infection if left untreated. Eyelid inflammation is …

Sep 20, 2025 · Blepharitis may be caused by usually harmless bacteria on eyelids that become overpopulated. Another common cause is clogged oil glands of the eyelid. Other diseases or …

Oct 12, 2025 · Blepharitis is a common eye condition characterized by eyelid inflammation. It is not contagious, and you can often treat symptoms quickly.

Dec 1, 2025 · Everyone has some bacteria on their skin. But some people have more bacteria at the base of their eyelashes than others. This can cause dandruff-like flakes to form. Also, …

Dec 20, 2025 · An eye stye happens when bacteria enter the oil glands in the eyelid. Conjunctivitis or pink eye is an inflammation that can cause swollen eyelids and red eyes. …

Dec 4, 2024 · Blepharitis is a common eye condition that makes your eyelids red, swollen, irritated, and itchy. It can cause crusty dandruff-like flakes on your eyelashes. Blepharitis can …

Apr 16, 2025 · Blepharitis (blef-uh-RYE-tis) is inflammation of the eyelids, usually affecting both eyes at the same time. You don’t have to worry about it being contagious though – it’s not. …

Swelling of one place in one eyelid is common and is most often caused by a blocked oil gland (chalazion) or a bacterial infection of a hair follicle (stye or hordeolum). Less common causes …