Demodecosis is a fairly common disease. And although ticks most often affect the skin of the face, sometimes the disease also spreads to the tissues of the eyelids, which leads to irritation of the mucous membrane of the eye. So what does the treatment for eye demodex look like?
What is demodicosis and what are its causes?
As you know, the cause of the development of such a disease are microscopic mites of the genus Demodex. Such microorganisms are part of the natural microflora of the human body, they feed on dead cells.
Nevertheless, in some cases, the activity of ticks leads to the development of an allergic reaction and inflammation of the tissues. Risk factors primarily include disorders in the functioning of the immune system. In addition, demodicosis can occur as a result of the uncontrolled use of certain hormonal ointments.
Demodex eye: photos and symptoms
Quite often, ticks spread to the skin of the eyelids and eyelash follicles. A similar lesion affects the condition of the mucous membrane of the eyes. To begin with, there is redness and slight swelling in the affected areas of the eyelids. As the pathogenic organisms multiply, a noticeable itch appears - a person constantly wants to rub his eyes, and scratching and microtrauma of the skin do not contribute to the healing process.
Often, inflammation is accompanied by suppuration and the formation of crusts on the surface of the skin. In the morning, it is usually difficult for the patient to open his eyes because of glued eyelashes. In addition, pathogenic microorganisms release toxins into the tissue (products of their own vital activity), which provoke various forms of an allergic reaction.
For example, demodicosis can be accompanied by redness of the mucous membrane, severe burning, itching and even pain in the eyes, allergic conjunctivitis, decreased vision, etc.
Demodex eye: treatment
In the presence of the above symptoms, you should immediately consult an ophthalmologist. Only a specialist can choose an effective treatment for eye demodex. Of course, first you need to conduct additional tests and tests that will help confirm the diagnosis and determine the severity of the disease.
It is immediately worth noting that the treatment of eye demodex is a long process. In some cases, therapy can last for years. To begin with, doctors prescribe special eye drops that help get rid of redness and itching. The use of antihistamines, which stop the development of an allergic reaction, is also important - the medicines Tavegil, Claritin, Suprastin and some others are very effective. Such therapy helps relieve swelling and eliminate discomfort.
Nevertheless, the treatment of eye demodex should also include procedures that slow down the processes of reproduction and development of ticks. For this purpose, Demalon ointment is used, which after application creates an airtight film on the skin, which negatively affects the causative agent of the disease.
Of course, it is important to follow the rules of personal hygiene - regularly cleanse the skin from dust, dirt and sebum. It is useful to wipe the eyelids and eyes with a fresh decoction of calendula or chamomile - these medicinal plants act as antiseptics, while also removing inflammation.
Since most often demodicosis is the result of a decrease in immunity, the patient needs to take vitamins, immunomodulators, as well as a proper diet that saturates the body with all the necessary substances.