Blepharitis and dry eyes are uncomfortable conditions that require professional eye treatment by a qualified ophthalmologist. Sharmina Khan can provide treatment for Blepharitis in the UK offering complete eye care services for vision services, medical eye care such as glaucoma, surgical eye care, diagnosis and treatment of eye conditions, and plastic surgery to raise droopy eyelids.

Blepharitis is an inflammation of the eyelids and affects both eyes along the eyelids. It begins when the minute oil glands near the eyelashes become blocked, which causes irritation and redness and is usually an unpleasant sight.

Fortunately, blepharitis is treatable, does not cause permanent damage, and is not contagious. It is a good idea to seek an ophthalmologist when experiencing the following symptoms: watery and red eyes, gritty or burning sensation in the eyes, eyelids are swollen, itchy and appear greasy, flaking around the eyes, eyelashes are crusty and sticky, and the eyes experience frequent blinking to assist with blurry vision and light sensitivity.
“When experiencing the symptoms of blepharitis and the conditions do not improve or despite regular good hygiene persists it would be necessary to consult with an Ophthalmologist,” explained Helen Hughson, Practice Secretary, of Sharmina Khan.

Sharmina Khan will structure the best treatment with the use of a combination of in-clinic treatment and at-home management care. She will check the tear glands with imaging software and create a plan that is suitable for the patient’s needs advising on continuous cleansing, heat, and hydration.

Vector thermal pulsation technology called Lipiflow will unblock the glands, exfoliate the lid margins and rationalise the routine and use of eye drops to reduce the symptoms considerably. If surgery is required and the patient experiences blepharitis, the condition will need to be treated before the surgery can commence.
It is important to follow the instructions and treatment provided by the ophthalmologist as the symptoms of blepharitis can worsen due to certain lifestyle behaviour. Contact lenses should not be worn until the condition is cleared, reduce technological screen time, avoid a low-humidity environment and ensure a rich diet of omega-3 and vitamin D.

Studies have shown that blepharitis and dry eyes reduce the quality of life and can affect the patient’s mental health and emotional state. With the right treatment, blepharitis is reversible and rectifies obscured vision. There should be no lasting damage to the eyesight unless there are complex corneal changes.

Sharmina Khan is dedicated to ensuring that patients can live stress-free life with the proper treatment that results in a successful outcome.

About Us:

Sharmina Khan has years of experience as a leading London eye surgeon who graduated from University College London in 1998. She joined Moorfields Eye Hospital in 2002 to specialise in Opthalmology. With state-of-the-art technology combined with clinical experience, Sharmina Khan provides professional and successful surgical results offering cataract and lens surgery, dry eye, and other conditions to improve and transform patients’ daily lives to one of comfort and improve quality of life with a sharpened focus and clear vision. She has worked as a consultant in the NHS and private sectors for over a decade sharing her expertise in higher-specialist training for the treatment of various eye conditions. Visit for more details, https://www.sharminakhan.co.uk/