Waking up with some gunk in your eyes is usually nothing to worry about. The scientific name for this crust is rheum, and it forms when oil and other debris collect on your eyelids during sleep. But ...

Waking up with itchy eyelids might seem like a typical allergy symptom, but it could also be a sign of eye mites. Eye mites, or Demodex, are microscopic organisms that live at the base of your ...

Dear Dr. Gott: I have itchy, dry eyelids that burn. My doctor prescribed 10 milligrams of prednisone, a steroid. It seemed to help, at least while I was taking it, but I can feel the burning sensation ...

There are two types of contact dermatitis: allergic contact dermatitis and irritant contact dermatitis. “The eyelids are a very sensitive area because they feature extremely thin skin that is more ...

Itchy eyes can be caused by a number of reasons including dry eye and certain infections. It could also be the result of contact lenses that are ill-fitting or overused. If your itchy eyes are ...

An eye infection can manifest as a host of signs that can cause discomfort and pain. Here are the symptoms that need your ...