DEAR DR. GOTT: My questions are regarding my blepharitis/ocular rosacea/dry eyes. Right now my eyes are inflamed and my eyelids are reddish so I am assuming it’s a combination of any or all of the above problems. My ophthalmologist gave me a prescription for ophthamolic steroid eyedrops and they cleared up in a very short time; however, I know that they aren’t for permanent use. I have done a lot of research online regarding ocular rosacea and it seems to me that a longer term low dose of doxycycline would be the answer. Do you have any suggestions or comments?
DEAR READER: Before getting into treatment options, I’ll first give a brief explanation of ocular rosacea and blepharitis.
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