2 Red Swelling in the Corners of the Eye
Blepharitis can also affect the back, where the edge of the eyelid touches the eyeball. This is called posterior blepharitis and if you have any difficulty remembering which is which, just think that ‘antennae’ are on the front of the head, hence ‘ant’ means front!
In both cases, you might find that the skin looks red and that there is a visible red lump. This can be noticeable when closing and opening the eyes as well, rubbing against the surface and feeling almost as though something is stuck in the eye.
Posterior blepharitis can occur more often due to the meibomian glands – the glands which provide the oil for the tear film. When these get aggravated, this can lead to uncontrolled bacterial growth. Dermatological conditions such as rosacea and scalp dandruff can also play a role here.
Suffice to say that both types of blepharitis can occur for a number of different reasons.