Question:

My daughter suffers from very dry eyes and red eyelids. Over the years, they have flared up intermittently and become swollen and infected. She is now unable to wear contact lenses or any make-up. Her wedding is coming up shortly and she is very worried. Recently, her doctor diagnosed blepharitis. Do you have any advice?

Answer:

Blepharitis is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease that affects the rims of the eyelids, particularly the eyelash follicles. As a result many people lose their lashes, which affects their appearance. But more important than this, eyelashes perform a vital function – they screen the sensitive surface of the eye from irritants such as dust, grit, insects and other foreign bodies.

The weakened, vulnerable eyelids may become infected by bacteria in the environment, and this can produce a thick mucus discharge, which causes the rims of the eyelids to become red and sore. The surface of the eye may also become infected, causing conjunctivitis, which can make the eyes red, sting and feel gritty. The irritation can cause a sensitivity- usually a stinging sensation – to bright light which is why sufferers often wear sunglasses. In the mornings, eyelids may be stuck together because the thick mucus has dried and formed a crust. The area can hurt and itch, too, and the hair follicles may swell to form small bulbous cysts or sties, which are both painful and unsightly.

As your daughter fears, one of the most difficult things to cope with is other people’s reactions. Perhaps because the condition is so obvious, they feel bound to ask rather silly questions.

Conventional therapy usually consists of antibiotics or steroids, either taken orally or applied to the eyes. This may give some temporary relief but tends to be frustrating because the problem recurs extreme measure.

Blepharitisis considered to be an autoimmune condition, which is where the body’s immune system turns on itself, treating its own usual function of fighting off foreign bodies and particles, including infection. Also, in some way the tissue at the edge of the eyelids, which is fibrous and like a very fragile form of cartilage, changes its biochemical structure, which misleads the immune system.

In my experience, it’s vital to look at general health and wellbeing in order to support the immune system. The changes are good that it will then self-regulate and help the damaged eyes to heal.

Diet

The general principle is to eat foodstuffs that are easy on the digestion and improve general energy, and to avoid foods that are known to harm the body.

* Choose fresh, wholesome food, preferably organic, that contains as few additives as possible. Eat at least five portions of fresh vegetables and non-citrus fruit a day. For one month, drink a glass of freshly juiced carrot, apple and ginger every day.

* Avoid yeast products (linked to candida overgrowth, gut fermentation and symptoms of fatigue, bloating and digestive problems, which drain the body’s energy); citrus fruits and other sour foods (which increase acid in the stomach, causing in digestion and the slowing down or blocking of the digestive process and absorption of nutrients); alcohol, coffee, excess sugar, canned and processed products, spicy dishes and fungal foods, including vinegar, mushrooms and blue cheese.

Supplements

* To build immunity, for two months take one BioEnergy capsule twice a day; half a teaspoon of kolonji oil with a little manuka honey every day, and l5mg of zinc every other day.

* To improve digestion and absorption of nutrients, soak two kadu twigs and one third of a teaspoonful of kariatu powder in hot water overnight strain and drink on an empty stomach in the morning, every day for two months. If you find it very bitter, add a little manuka honey.

To soothe your eyes

* Put two drops of pure organic rose water into the eyes at bedtime every night for one month.

* Help to heal your eyes by rubbing the palms of your hands together until they are warm, then cover your eye area with them. Repeat this three to five times, three times a day.

Therapies

Consult a qualified homoeopath and/or naturopath.

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Question:

My daughter suffers from very dry eyes and red eyelids. Over the years, they have flared up intermittently and become swollen and infected. She is now unable to wear contact lenses or any make-up. Her wedding is coming up shortly and she is very worried. Recently, her doctor diagnosed blepharitis. Do you have any advice?

Answer:

Blepharitis is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease that affects the rims of the eyelids, particularly the eyelash follicles. As a result many people lose their lashes, which affects their appearance. But more important than this, eyelashes perform a vital function – they screen the sensitive surface of the eye from irritants such as dust, grit, insects and other foreign bodies.

The weakened, vulnerable eyelids may become infected by bacteria in the environment, and this can produce a thick mucus discharge, which causes the rims of the eyelids to become red and sore. The surface of the eye may also become infected, causing conjunctivitis, which can make the eyes red, sting and feel gritty. The irritation can cause a sensitivity- usually a stinging sensation – to bright light which is why sufferers often wear sunglasses. In the mornings, eyelids may be stuck together because the thick mucus has dried and formed a crust. The area can hurt and itch, too, and the hair follicles may swell to form small bulbous cysts or sties, which are both painful and unsightly.

As your daughter fears, one of the most difficult things to cope with is other people’s reactions. Perhaps because the condition is so obvious, they feel bound to ask rather silly questions.

Conventional therapy usually consists of antibiotics or steroids, either taken orally or applied to the eyes. This may give some temporary relief but tends to be frustrating because the problem recurs extreme measure.

Blepharitisis considered to be an autoimmune condition, which is where the body’s immune system turns on itself, treating its own usual function of fighting off foreign bodies and particles, including infection. Also, in some way the tissue at the edge of the eyelids, which is fibrous and like a very fragile form of cartilage, changes its biochemical structure, which misleads the immune system.

In my experience, it’s vital to look at general health and wellbeing in order to support the immune system. The changes are good that it will then self-regulate and help the damaged eyes to heal.

Diet

The general principle is to eat foodstuffs that are easy on the digestion and improve general energy, and to avoid foods that are known to harm the body.

* Choose fresh, wholesome food, preferably organic, that contains as few additives as possible. Eat at least five portions of fresh vegetables and non-citrus fruit a day. For one month, drink a glass of freshly juiced carrot, apple and ginger every day.

* Avoid yeast products (linked to candida overgrowth, gut fermentation and symptoms of fatigue, bloating and digestive problems, which drain the body’s energy); citrus fruits and other sour foods (which increase acid in the stomach, causing in digestion and the slowing down or blocking of the digestive process and absorption of nutrients); alcohol, coffee, excess sugar, canned and processed products, spicy dishes and fungal foods, including vinegar, mushrooms and blue cheese.

Supplements

* To build immunity, for two months take one BioEnergy capsule twice a day; half a teaspoon of kolonji oil with a little manuka honey every day, and l5mg of zinc every other day.

* To improve digestion and absorption of nutrients, soak two kadu twigs and one third of a teaspoonful of kariatu powder in hot water overnight strain and drink on an empty stomach in the morning, every day for two months. If you find it very bitter, add a little manuka honey.

To soothe your eyes

* Put two drops of pure organic rose water into the eyes at bedtime every night for one month.

* Help to heal your eyes by rubbing the palms of your hands together until they are warm, then cover your eye area with them. Repeat this three to five times, three times a day.

Therapies

Consult a qualified homoeopath and/or naturopath.

Visit my health shop http://www.drmalishop.com – 121 Crawford Street, London, W1U 6BE – shop@drmalishop.com

Question:

My wife has recently been diagnosed with blepharospasm – involuntary closure of the eyelids. This means that for many weeks, between injections of botulinum toxin, her eyes are closed. The doctors at our local surgery don’t seem to know about the condition – very few people do. Could you tell us any more, and offer some alternative approaches?

Answer:

At times, we all shut our eyelids hard and then release them. For instance, when cold air is blowing into the eyes, tears are produced naturally and, to wipe them away, you close and reopen your eyes. If you are reading in insufficient light and you find your sight is blurred, you tend to do the same. These are voluntary acts. But in blepharospasm, the eyes-close and open repeatedly, often several times a day, without the person intending it. This condition is more common in elderly people, and sometimes the facial Muscles contract at the same time.

Very often these involuntary spasms start with voluntary ones, which then become a habit. Possible causes include excessive production of tears, inflammation of the follicles of the eyelashes, conjunctivitis and even emotional problems. The condition
should always be checked out with a doctor as early as possible. However, in your wife’s case, I am afraid it is a case of having to work hard to eliminate the problem. Like all involuntary problems, such as hiccups, tics, tremors and facial spasms, it has to be treated with great care.

Botulirium toxin (Botox) is a derivative of botulin, a food poison, which has been used medically for more than 20 years. It, works by paralyzing muscles. Although it is said, to be completely safe, in my view (and this is beginning; to be supported by research), having frequent injections may lead to more problems – so it should be the last, resort.

As with many neurological conditions, keeping up your general energy and wellbeing is very important.

I suggest that anyone with this distressing, condition try following:

* To help general. Health; avoid late nights; go to bed by 10pm, If possible.

* Avoid coffee, excess alcohol, excess salt, foods containing yeast, citrus fruits spicy fatty or fried foods, sugar and chocolate.

* Take a good multivitamin/mineral daily for three months. I recommend One a Day multivitamin and mineral tablets.

* To help relaxation and improve quality of sleep, take Biorelax (capsules): one a day at bedtime.

* Massage the neck and shoulders for ten three times a week, this will improve blood flow to the brain centres that generate the electrical impulses which cause the blepharospasm and help them to function better. Also get a friend or therapist to massage the spine.

* Do some simple acupressure on the following three pairs of points: (l) the sore spots at the inner ends of the eyebrows; (2) the middle of the eyebrows; (3) the centre of the bone below each eye. Press and rotate your thumbs or forefingers on the points for one to two minutes in the morning and evening.

* Just as you can stop hiccups and facial twitches by holding your breath, it is possible to stop the blepharospasm with the following breathing exercise. (You need to practise to get it perfect.) Take a deep breath in through your nose, then hold it for 20 seconds – or as long as you can- by pinching the nostrils, Just as you think you are running out of breath, exhale slowly. Inhale a small amount of air and hold your breath again. Try to hold your breath as long as you can and to take shallow breaths. This will build up the carbon dioxide level in the blood. When that happens; the body’s defensive mechanisms dilate blood vessels, thus releasing spasms in the muscles. Practise this three to four times a day for a few moments so that you don’t feel anxious when holding the breath. Then, when you get the spasms; do this exercise.

* Put one drop of pure rose-water in each eye at bedtime for ten days, to ensure that there is no irritation in the eye or the eyelids.

* When a spasm starts, rub your palms for 30 seconds until they feel warm, and then lay them on your eyes to ease the problem.

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