Flakes at the base of the eyelashes can be caused by localized dry skin or by diseases such as conjunctivitis or blepharitis.
1. Localized dry skin: If the skin at the base of the eyelashes is dry for a long time, flakes will appear. Can be clean towel wipe clean, daily attention to skin moisturizing, pay attention to the appropriate temperature and humidity of the room.
2. Conjunctivitis: many patients with conjunctivitis, manifested in the eye burning sensation, foreign body sensation, increased secretion and other symptoms, while the root of the eyelashes may also appear skin scales.
3. Blepharitis: when the patient’s eyes are infected by bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus and Staphylococcus epidermidis, blepharitis may occur, and the patient will usually have a burning sensation, tingling, etc., and there may also be flakes at the root of the eyelashes.
Flakes at the base of the eyelashes, if accompanied by other symptoms of eye discomfort, we should consult a doctor in a timely manner to clarify the cause of the disease and then targeted treatment. It is recommended that patients pay attention to eye hygiene, try not to rub the eyes.