Blepharitis angular

Infectious, bacterial, staphylococcal blepharitis Angular Medial Lateral... 

Etiology. Angular blepharitis is caused by infection with Staphylococcus, Moraxella, Candida, or, rarely, herpes simplex virus. 

Diagnosis. The characteristic signs of angular blepharitis include chronic hyperemia, desquamation, and ulceration of the lateral, and sometimes medial, canthal regions (Figure 23-5). Simultaneous involvement of the conjunctiva often occins. Symptoms include irritation and tenderness of the involved area. 

Management. Angular blepharitis usually responds to classic blepharitis treatment however, if this foils a suspected Moraxella infection must be considered. Topical fluoroquinolone ointments such as ciprofloxacin may be useful. 

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