by Healthy Route

Created on: November 04, 2009   Last Updated: November 05, 2009

Ocular Rosacea is a manifestation of Rosacea on the eye and eyelid region. People that have Ocular Rosacea have red, sore and gritty eyes and experience a burning sensation.

Ocular Rosacea is special condition that occurs due to Rosacea wherein, the redness and blemishes on face reach to eyelids and affect surrounding nearby eye area. Ocular Rosacea typically blocks the oil glands on the eyelids and thus, causes inflammation, dry eyes and even Conjunctivitis - a chronic eye disease.

Ocular Rosacea Facts:

Ocular Rosacea is a form of the disorder that extends to the eye and manifests itself through dryness, inflammation of the eyelids, infection and the exaggerated appearance of the eye's blood vessels. It is not dangerous, but in rare cases it can travel to the cornea causing infections and problems with the inner blood vessels. Keeping eye drops on hand for the sensation of dry eyes is extremely helpful, but consultations with medical professionals who are well familiarized with Ocular Rosacea are critical. Ocular Rosacea is not uncommon in patients with cutaneous Rosaceaand related conditions include Conjunctivitis, Blepharitis, Sty Formation, and Keratitis. Ocular Rosacea is usually bilateral and causes a foreign-body sensation.

Traditional Treatment Options:

Ocular Rosacea is unfortunately a chronic problem that needs constant attention and persistence. Although long-term oral antibiotics do help, prompt local treatment is vital when an attack occurs. Rosacea tends to occur more in people of Celtic or Scandinavian origin and is more pronounced in women. Eye cell (and skin) regeneration only takes place through the use of water. It is absolutely essential for new cell regeneration of the eye, skin and all body organs. Eyelid scrubs and artificial tears could also provide the much desired relief. Systemic tetracyclines are the mainstay of treatment. Treatments for Rosacea generally include either topical antibiotics or oral antibiotics, light therapies, and sometimes even microdermabrasion can help. Sometimes, the ophthalmologists also prescribe topical antibiotics for instant relief.

Natural Ways to Treat Ocular Rosacea

One key to long-term Rosacea relief is to detoxify and rebuild a healthy body. Maintaining proper nutrition and eliminating poor food choices will keep your body at optimal healing ability. This is the first step -fighting infection starts with good general health. Treatment should include the management of dry eyes by taking Omega 3 Oil supplements and hydrating the body with pure filtered water daily. Daily cleansing of the eyelid with cotton buds, paying particular attention to the base of the lashes where debris and oily secretions gather (lid scrubs). Maintenance of lid hygiene including warm compresses and lid massage. Treatment for Ocular Rosacea is based mostly on preventive measures. If you already have this disease, it is essential that you follow some precaution including a focussed eyelid hygiene procedure.

Depending on how your Ocular Rosacea responds to lid hygiene, hydration and detoxifying remedies; it may be necessary to include artificial tears and in some cases turn to antibiotics to bring maximum relief. As with all Medical Conditions it is essential to regularly see your Healthcare Specialist especially if you chose alternative treatments.

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