The result is dry eyes and inflamed eyelids.
This can also produce blurry vision that comes and goes.
Treatments may initially involve common home remedies, including warm compresses and massage.
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Prescription drops may be needed by some.
In other cases, in-office procedures to help treat your meibomian glands may be recommended.
Every case is unique and may require the use of one or more treatments.
Here are some of the options to keep in mind as you navigate treatment for meibomian gland dysfunction.
This may involve a regimen performed twice a day when symptoms are active or just once for prevention.
Over-the-Counter Therapies
Another possibility is trying an over-the-counter (OTC) approach.
You may try soothing your eyes with lipid-containing emulsion drops from your drugstore.
Prescriptions
Your practitioner may also prescribe drops for meibomian gland dysfunction if your symptoms call for them.
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