This article aims to help the reader in the rapid identification of natural remedies useful in the treatment of various symptoms, disorders and pathologies. For some of the listed remedies, this utility may not have been confirmed by sufficient experimental tests conducted with a scientific method. Furthermore, any natural remedy presents potential risks and contraindications.
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Blepharitis refers to acute or chronic inflammation located on the edge of the eyelids. The edge of the eyelids (where the eyelashes come from) is rich in small glandular formations, which easily meet inflammatory processes. Common causes of eyelid inflammation include trauma (rubbing, excessive solar irradiation, penetration of dust and pollutants), infections and allergies to cosmetics, drugs or devices applied to the eye area (eg contact lenses).
The most obvious symptom of blepharitis is the presence of a rather dense ocular secretion, which tends to stick the eyelids (especially evident in the morning when you wake up). There is also a reddening of the eyelid edges, with itching, pain, swelling and local spasms. This inflammation can often cause scaling and ulceration of the eyelid skin.
Blepharitis especially affects those suffering from conjunctivitis.
In herbal medicine, blepharitis is treated with compresses and eye washes based on plants rich in mucilage and active ingredients with an astringent action (such as tannins) and anti-inflammatory.
Medicinal plants and supplements useful for blepharitis and conjunctivitis
Aloe, Malva, Eufrasia, Meliloto, Plantain, Chamomile, Altea
Natural Remedies for Blepharitis and Conjunctivitis
- Plantain ( Plantago lanceolata L.): INFUSED .- 10 grams of leaves (herbal tea) in 500ml of boiling water; infuse for 10 minutes, filter, allow to cool and use for washing and wrapping.
- Eufrasia ( Euphrasia officinalis L.): DECOTTO - 10 grams of whole plant (herbal tea cut) in 500ml of water. Filter, leave to cool and use for compresses and washes.
- Meliloto ( Melilotus officinalis L.): INFUSION - 5 grams of flowering tops (herbal tea cut) in 300ml of water; infuse for 10 minutes, filter, allow to cool and use for washing and wrapping.
- Mallow ( Malva Silvestris L.). INFUSION - 10 grams of mixture of leaves, roots and fresh flowers (herbal tea cut) in 300ml of water; infuse for 10 minutes, filter, allow to cool and use for washing and wrapping
- Chamomile ( Matricaria Recutita, flowers) 1 tablespoon + Euphrasia ( Euphrasia officinalis, grass) 1 soup spoon + Rosemary ( Rosmarinus officinalis, leafy branches) 1 soup spoon. Infuse in a liter of water for 20 minutes and make a compress against blepharitis using cotton.
