I was diagnosed with MGD caused mainly by ocular rosacea. A number of treatments have improved my condition: .eyelid cleanser once a day .sunscreen .using sunglasses even on cloudy days .artificial tears (systane complete) .blinking more often while using the computer .moisture chamber glasses .taking an omega 3 supplement .air humidifier Did that patient experience an improvement after the IPL? Your channel has helped me a lot, thanks for your work. Greetings from Argentina.
Hi, I am bigtime suffering with DED,MGD and blepharitis. I read your list you do. I am doing pretty much same. Lid scrubs daily Cequa 2xsday PF refresh Octave PRN Often daily Sleep with contour mask (Also have lagophthalmus(eye doesn’t close 100% when sleeping) Sunglasses as you do Hydro eye supplements 4 per day I’M GOING NUTS! I am extremely limited on phone or computer. (Eyes burn) Any suggestions you can offer? I don’t have humidifier. Help me if you have any suggestions. Ty
@@pattyschrider1681 Hello, I recently had a major improvement in my conditon, due to withdrawing every moisturizer or cream that had eye-harming chemichals on it. I don't know if you use any cosmetic/sunscreen near the eye area.. if you do, try to do the same as I did. It was really life-changing to me.
@@pattyschrider1681 They are basically swimming goggles to wear when using the computer or reading. They create a moisture rich environment around the eye area. They work, but are not as useful as the other things I named. Plus, they are usually very very expensive. I hope my suggestions helped, best of luck on the improvement of your condition.
My opthamologist said tretinoin (retinol) can cause dry eyes even if it is placed on the face away from the eyes. I am hesitant to use any of the anti-aging products which contain it for this reason.
My symptoms of dry eye/MGD started a month after a lash lift and tint (I believe the lady placed the perming solution too close to my eyelid margins where the meibomian glands are located, because I remember it burned during the treatment). I also used eyelash growth serums in the past that may have contributed. Since there are no dry eye specialists in my country, I went untreated with blocked glands for almost a year, and my symptoms went from bad to SEVERE within some months. I also developed a lot of other issues such as swollen lids, telangiectasia and lash loss. I am currently getting IPL, but my glands are a complete mess from almost a year without proper treatment.. It's a nightmare :'(
I had blepharitis for 9 years I was seeing my GP but she couldn't figure out whats wrong with my eyes then I got depression because I started avoiding people because of my red eyes
Yes the case studies are very helpful, informative, and interesting! Can you go over which chemicals to avoid in makeup and skincare with a list in the screen so we can take screenshots? I am still learning 😅 so this would be so helpful. And if you know of OTC products we can find in our local stores (like Target?) for skincare and makeup. Like if a product is labeled “clean” is that ok-or is it not necessarily good? For example I have bought a Covergirl mascara that is waterproof (since I need to put eye drops in all day) and it is labeled as “clean” and the only drugstore product I have found that is available, so far. Thank you! Love your informative videos!! So thankful for the information!
What % of patients with mgd are pre or diabetic? Any studies or just experience with hundreds of patients? Wonder what impact low carb would have on inflammation?
Would like an answer please in regards to using the pure castor oil drops in eyes for cataracts… have seen some good encouraging comments …is it safe for your eyes… thank you 😁👍🏻
Dr. D, Since I have followed you tube I’ve heard several mention that doxycycline can be beneficial to DED and MGD. Are you familiar with this and if so, will you explain or tell me where I can find out more about it. I’m still hoping to get up to you soon. In the meantime, I’m seeing a new opthamologist on Monday, May 2nd. She seems very familiar with my dx. However idk until I see her. They do have DED specialist in office. I’m not going back to the dr. I was with. So, until I can see you, wish me luck, prayers! Looking forward to getting your opinion on the doxycycline. I also sent a separate message under sjogrens. It was an old post and I need more specific info re labcorp test for sjogrens instead of rheumatologist and endocrinologist. I saw both. All negative and request lip biopsy. I’m too scared to do it. Not to mention my ENT wasn’t enthusiastic about it. Thank you, Patty S.
I have not been diagnosed with mdg but I do all the things the first person said in the comments for my dry eye problem (I hate the word "disease". I am wondering though, could injections of Botox for "twitching" of the eyelids cause mdg?
@@19711000sandra For myself, I have found if I use eyedrop (I use Refresh Optive) and rest my eyes by closing them for a few min (15 min for me) four times a day, it helps a lot for my twitching. Hope this helps you as well. 💕
I am being examined for dry eyes, and trying to update my skincare regime to products that are safe for the eyes. I have really been helped by your content. I was chocked to discover that retinol are harmful for the eyes, no one have ever informed about this before. But there is still many substances i can´t find information on. 1,2-Hexanendiol is used in many products as a replacement for parabens, but while some says it´s totally safe others claim that it can cause irritation. But the question is not if it´s safe for the skin, does anyone here knows if it safe for the eyes?
washing the eyelids with baby shampoo helps a lot, also applying heat for 20-40 minutes works pretty well but my sight gets cloudy until I use goulard water for other minutes. I ordered a peep club eye wand gonna check if this works any better.
Hello doctor, I think I'm having a dry eye and I think it's caused by poor tear quantity, it seems like my oil film is stable to retain moisture in my eyes, and since it lacks water it sometimes makes my eyes feel oily. Can you suggest supplements that could help me boost my normal tear production, is lutein and zexeathin helpful?
also, Im a 20 year old male, is it possible for me to have ADDE? or is it Mucin Deficiency? if it's mucin deficiency then what could be the indicators?
I get capped mdg or styes of the mg all the time. They go away after a few days but they annoying as hell. The more heat mask I use, the more caps I get
you might be hypersecreting meibum...have you tried supplementing with an omega 3 like nordic naturals or PRN? caps are super annoying. also could be from something else in your routine...soaps, serums?
@@EyeSchoolwithDrD thank you for the reply. I was told I have ocular rosacea which causes MGD. I did lipoflow and IPL. Did alot of steriod drops plus restasis n cequa. Nothing really helped long term. I was told that Demodex is behind it. I do use tree tea oil and wipes but I still get the capped mdg. Mostly on top eyelid.
Nothing works I've tried every thing I have a weird feeling that my eye lid is rubbing on my eye ball the white part in the left outer corner.when I hold the eye lid away from the eye ball so it's not touching the rubbing sensation is gone (cured)until I let go of the eyelid and its touching the eye again this is only my left eye right eye is fine had this for 3 months not sure if I have dry eye or not but forigen body sensation is drying me mad that's my only symptom
Did you enjoy the case at the end in this video? I'm thinking of adding more of my own cases into my videos. Let me know!
I was diagnosed with MGD caused mainly by ocular rosacea. A number of treatments have improved my condition:
.eyelid cleanser once a day
.sunscreen
.using sunglasses even on cloudy days
.artificial tears (systane complete)
.blinking more often while using the computer
.moisture chamber glasses
.taking an omega 3 supplement
.air humidifier
Did that patient experience an improvement after the IPL? Your channel has helped me a lot, thanks for your work. Greetings from Argentina.
Hi, I am bigtime suffering with DED,MGD and blepharitis. I read your list you do. I am doing pretty much same.
Lid scrubs daily
Cequa 2xsday
PF refresh Octave PRN
Often daily
Sleep with contour mask
(Also have lagophthalmus(eye doesn’t close 100% when sleeping)
Sunglasses as you do
Hydro eye supplements 4 per day
I’M GOING NUTS!
I am extremely limited on phone or computer. (Eyes burn)
Any suggestions you can offer? I don’t have humidifier.
Help me if you have any suggestions. Ty
For Facu, what are moisture chamber glasses? My message earlier was meant for you. My apologies. I have also been dx with rosacea.
@@pattyschrider1681 Hello, I recently had a major improvement in my conditon, due to withdrawing every moisturizer or cream that had eye-harming chemichals on it. I don't know if you use any cosmetic/sunscreen near the eye area.. if you do, try to do the same as I did. It was really life-changing to me.
@@pattyschrider1681 They are basically swimming goggles to wear when using the computer or reading. They create a moisture rich environment around the eye area. They work, but are not as useful as the other things I named. Plus, they are usually very very expensive. I hope my suggestions helped, best of luck on the improvement of your condition.
@@cstnfacu what skin care/moisturizers do you use now? I haven’t changed mine yet!
My opthamologist said tretinoin (retinol) can cause dry eyes even if it is placed on the face away from the eyes. I am hesitant to use any of the anti-aging products which contain it for this reason.
My symptoms of dry eye/MGD started a month after a lash lift and tint (I believe the lady placed the perming solution too close to my eyelid margins where the meibomian glands are located, because I remember it burned during the treatment). I also used eyelash growth serums in the past that may have contributed. Since there are no dry eye specialists in my country, I went untreated with blocked glands for almost a year, and my symptoms went from bad to SEVERE within some months. I also developed a lot of other issues such as swollen lids, telangiectasia and lash loss. I am currently getting IPL, but my glands are a complete mess from almost a year without proper treatment.. It's a nightmare :'(
I had blepharitis for 9 years I was seeing my GP but she couldn't figure out whats wrong with my eyes then I got depression because I started avoiding people because of my red eyes
What are treatment recommendations ?
Do you find doxycycline helpful?
what to do for cure dry eyes 👁️ problem
Yes the case studies are very helpful, informative, and interesting! Can you go over which chemicals to avoid in makeup and skincare with a list in the screen so we can take screenshots? I am still learning 😅 so this would be so helpful. And if you know of OTC products we can find in our local stores (like Target?) for skincare and makeup. Like if a product is labeled “clean” is that ok-or is it not necessarily good? For example I have bought a Covergirl mascara that is waterproof (since I need to put eye drops in all day) and it is labeled as “clean” and the only drugstore product I have found that is available, so far. Thank you! Love your informative videos!! So thankful for the information!
What % of patients with mgd are pre or diabetic? Any studies or just experience with hundreds of patients? Wonder what impact low carb would have on inflammation?
My MGD was caused by ACCUTANE. IPL and CEQUA have been the only things that are giving me better days but still dealing with blocked glands!
Would like an answer please in regards to using the pure castor oil drops in eyes for cataracts… have seen some good encouraging comments …is it safe for your eyes… thank you 😁👍🏻
Dr. D, Since I have followed you tube I’ve heard several mention that doxycycline can be beneficial to DED and MGD. Are you familiar with this and if so, will you explain or tell me where I can find out more about it.
I’m still hoping to get up to you soon. In the meantime, I’m seeing a new opthamologist on Monday, May 2nd. She seems very familiar with my dx. However idk until I see her. They do have DED specialist in office. I’m not going back to the dr. I was with. So, until I can see you, wish me luck, prayers!
Looking forward to getting your opinion on the doxycycline.
I also sent a separate message under sjogrens. It was an old post and I need more specific info re labcorp test for sjogrens instead of rheumatologist and endocrinologist. I saw both. All negative and request lip biopsy. I’m too scared to do it. Not to mention my ENT wasn’t enthusiastic about it.
Thank you, Patty S.
I am familiar with doxycycline, I may have talked about it in my Rosacea video or even my longer MGD video but it possibly warrants its own video too!
I have not been diagnosed with mdg but I do all the things the first person said in the comments for my dry eye problem (I hate the word "disease". I am wondering though, could injections of Botox for "twitching" of the eyelids cause mdg?
I twitch a lot, mostly when watching tv or using the computer? Do you have this too and what helps?
@@19711000sandra For myself, I have found if I use eyedrop (I use Refresh Optive) and rest my eyes by closing them for a few min (15 min for me) four times a day, it helps a lot for my twitching. Hope this helps you as well. 💕
I am being examined for dry eyes, and trying to update my skincare regime to products that are safe for the eyes. I have really been helped by your content. I was chocked to discover that retinol are harmful for the eyes, no one have ever informed about this before. But there is still many substances i can´t find information on. 1,2-Hexanendiol is used in many products as a replacement for parabens, but while some says it´s totally safe others claim that it can cause irritation. But the question is not if it´s safe for the skin, does anyone here knows if it safe for the eyes?
I think the concentration is critical. I found one study on common preservatives that says they’re pretty much all toxic at higher concentrations.
washing the eyelids with baby shampoo helps a lot, also applying heat for 20-40 minutes works pretty well but my sight gets cloudy until I use goulard water for other minutes. I ordered a peep club eye wand gonna check if this works any better.
dr loss meibomian gland recover again?
Thank you, Dr D!
Hello doctor, I think I'm having a dry eye and I think it's caused by poor tear quantity, it seems like my oil film is stable to retain moisture in my eyes, and since it lacks water it sometimes makes my eyes feel oily. Can you suggest supplements that could help me boost my normal tear production, is lutein and zexeathin helpful?
also, Im a 20 year old male, is it possible for me to have ADDE? or is it Mucin Deficiency? if it's mucin deficiency then what could be the indicators?
I get capped mdg or styes of the mg all the time. They go away after a few days but they annoying as hell. The more heat mask I use, the more caps I get
you might be hypersecreting meibum...have you tried supplementing with an omega 3 like nordic naturals or PRN? caps are super annoying. also could be from something else in your routine...soaps, serums?
@@EyeSchoolwithDrD thank you for the reply. I was told I have ocular rosacea which causes MGD. I did lipoflow and IPL. Did alot of steriod drops plus restasis n cequa. Nothing really helped long term. I was told that Demodex is behind it. I do use tree tea oil and wipes but I still get the capped mdg. Mostly on top eyelid.
Nothing works I've tried every thing I have a weird feeling that my eye lid is rubbing on my eye ball the white part in the left outer corner.when I hold the eye lid away from the eye ball so it's not touching the rubbing sensation is gone (cured)until I let go of the eyelid and its touching the eye again this is only my left eye right eye is fine had this for 3 months not sure if I have dry eye or not but forigen body sensation is drying me mad that's my only symptom
Has an eye doctor flipped that lid? Is there a foreign body trapped? A concretion? Worth going in for this
@@EyeSchoolwithDrD yes there is nothing under the eye lid
I stopped smoking then this happened lol opposite results of what I was tryna recurrence
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