Crusting on eye lashes
Crusting of eyelids in commonly seen in pink eye. If you are suffering from allergies or a cold, you may have woken up with crusting of your eyes. Allergic and bacterial conjunctivitis are major causes of crusting of eyelashes. It also hinders the opening of eyes causing the condition called sticky eyes as the discharge can cause your eyes to become so wet that it may feel like your eyes are glued shut.
A gummy discharge in the corner of your is a potential sign of bacterial conjunctivitis. It’s important to identify color and consistency of this discharge as this can help the doctor differentiate different types of pink eye. Doctors can diagnose the actual cause of pink eye on the basis of color and consistency of discharge and crusts and provide treatment to the patient accordingly.
Treatment for crusting depends on the underlying cause. Many home remedies can help with this condition. Patient is advised to wash his hands thoroughly before removing dirt, debris, and bacteria.
Person can also clean his eyes with warm washcloth and gently wipe his eyes. The warmth can relax the crust from dried mucus eventually resulting in opening of your eyes. Warm washcloth as a compress can also be used to alleviate itching and irritation.
Crusting in pink eye a result of a bacterial infection can only be cured by antibiotic eye drops or ointments. If you’re experiencing crusting from common allergies, over-the-counter medication and antihistamines can prove to be extremely beneficial for your problem.