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What Does Sudden Crusts Along The Rim Of Upper Eyelid In A Child Mean?

Hello. About 3 months ago, my 10-yr-old son began developing, out of the blue, significant "crusts" along the rim of his upper eyelid - just at the base of the lashes. The more I attempt to gently remove (warm water & washcloth/q-tip with aquaphor), the more it is accumulating. Could you please tell me what this might be?
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Hi.... by what you quote I feel that your kid might be having seborrhea of the eyelashes. This is a quite common condition in this age group and will be acquired by contact. The Other possibility is a blepharitis of the eyelids which is related to infection and inflammation. Usually eye conditions aar best diagnosed and treated only after directly seeing them. I suggest you consult your opthamologist regarding this.
Regards - Dr. Sumanth
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What Does Sudden Crusts Along The Rim Of Upper Eyelid In A Child Mean?

Hi.... by what you quote I feel that your kid might be having seborrhea of the eyelashes. This is a quite common condition in this age group and will be acquired by contact. The Other possibility is a blepharitis of the eyelids which is related to infection and inflammation. Usually eye conditions aar best diagnosed and treated only after directly seeing them. I suggest you consult your opthamologist regarding this. Regards - Dr. Sumanth