How to tell if there are parasites on eyelashes

The presence of parasites in the eyelashes can be diagnosed through slit lamp examination. If there are parasites in the eyelashes, most of the time there will be eye inflammation and endophthalmitis may also occur. You need to pay attention to the cleanliness and hygiene of the eyes, and you can use saline solution to clean them.

Parasites on eyelashes may be caused by improper personal hygiene care, infection with Staphylococcus aureus, or direct contact with parasites. You can go to the hospital for a slit lamp examination to determine whether there are parasites. Most parasites grow on the eyelashes, and you can see the worm body or eggs during the slit lamp examination. There are usually no obvious symptoms in the early survival of parasitic infection, and there may be mild inflammatory reactions. You need to go to the hospital for fundus-related examinations to confirm the situation.

If the parasitic infection is severe, it will most likely induce blepharitis, which will cause burning and itching in the eyes. Some people may also experience stinging and even increased secretions. Some people may experience loss of eyelashes or eye pain, and may even experience a foreign body sensation in the eyes. You can choose anthelmintic drugs for treatment under the guidance of a doctor, such as metronidazole eye ointment or gel, or you can choose tea tree oil wipes or tea tree oil eye ointment for treatment. During the treatment, avoid eating spicy or irritating foods, improve environmental hygiene, avoid excessive fatigue, and personal items such as pillows and towels need to be disinfected at high temperatures to kill parasites.