The short answer: No, I would not recommend using colloidal silver without first talking with a medical doctor. There are numerous potential side effects and other risks, and the health benefits claimed by the manufacturers are clinically unproven.
The detailed answer: It is first important to know what is the underlying cause to the blepharitis (inflammed eye lids), as "the primary types of blepharitis are caused by either a skin condition or a bacterial infection. Blepharitis often occurs along with seborrheic dermatitis and acne rosacea."
Colloidal silver has been said to have more risks than benefits, and it is important to receive a proper diagnosis for your doctor first, know the underlying cause(s) and receive appropriate treatment for your specific condition.
Please read this information from the Mayo Clinic: Is colloidal silver safe or effective"; it sounds potentially harmful to use: "Manufacturers of colloidal silver products often claim that they are cure-alls, boosting your immune system, fighting bacteria and viruses, and treating cancer, HIV/AIDS, shingles, herpes, eye ailments and prostatitis. However, no sound scientific studies to evaluate these health claims have been published in reputable medical journals. In fact, the Food and Drug Administration has taken action against some manufacturers of colloidal silver products for making unproven health claims. "
Have you had a diagnosis by an ophthalmologist or other medical doctor?
Treatment
Blepharitis is a chronic condition that often requires long-term management. Treatment depends on the cause of the condition. Your doctor may advise you not to wear contact lenses until the blepharitis has resolved.
Hygiene
In mild cases, careful, daily eyelid hygiene may bring the inflammation under control:
* Thoroughly wash your hands before performing any eye care.
* Run a washcloth under warm water.
* Place the warm washcloth on your eyelids for 5-15 minutes. This warm compress helps to loosen crust.
* With your eyes closed, wash the eyelids with a special eyelid cleanser or diluted baby shampoo. Use a clean cotton ball for each eye.
* Rinse with cool water.
Medication
If an infection is causing the blepharitis, you will be given antibiotic eye ointment. If your doctor advises, wash your eyelids as described above and apply the ointment with a cotton-tipped applicator. For a mild case, you may only need ointment at bedtime. If the infection is more severe, you may need to apply the ointment up to four times daily. Once resolved, your doctor may advise you to apply the ointment nightly to prevent another episode. If blepharitis returns after topical treatment, you may be given oral antibiotics, though this is rarely necessary. If oral antibiotics are necessary, they will need to be taken for an extended period of time, up to six weeks.
If you are diagnosed with blepharitis, follow your doctor's instructions.
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The short answer: No, I would not recommend using colloidal silver without first talking with a medical doctor. There are numerous potential side effects and other risks, and the health benefits claimed by the manufacturers are clinically unproven.
The detailed answer: It is first important to know what is the underlying cause to the blepharitis (inflammed eye lids), as "the primary types of blepharitis are caused by either a skin condition or a bacterial infection. Blepharitis often occurs along with seborrheic dermatitis and acne rosacea."
Colloidal silver has been said to have more risks than benefits, and it is important to receive a proper diagnosis for your doctor first, know the underlying cause(s) and receive appropriate treatment for your specific condition.
Please read this information from the Mayo Clinic: Is colloidal silver safe or effective"; it sounds potentially harmful to use: "Manufacturers of colloidal silver products often claim that they are cure-alls, boosting your immune system, fighting bacteria and viruses, and treating cancer, HIV/AIDS, shingles, herpes, eye ailments and prostatitis. However, no sound scientific studies to evaluate these health claims have been published in reputable medical journals. In fact, the Food and Drug Administration has taken action against some manufacturers of colloidal silver products for making unproven health claims. "
Have you had a diagnosis by an ophthalmologist or other medical doctor?
Treatment
Blepharitis is a chronic condition that often requires long-term management. Treatment depends on the cause of the condition. Your doctor may advise you not to wear contact lenses until the blepharitis has resolved.
Hygiene
In mild cases, careful, daily eyelid hygiene may bring the inflammation under control:
* Thoroughly wash your hands before performing any eye care.
* Run a washcloth under warm water.
* Place the warm washcloth on your eyelids for 5-15 minutes. This warm compress helps to loosen crust.
* With your eyes closed, wash the eyelids with a special eyelid cleanser or diluted baby shampoo. Use a clean cotton ball for each eye.
* Rinse with cool water.
Medication
If an infection is causing the blepharitis, you will be given antibiotic eye ointment. If your doctor advises, wash your eyelids as described above and apply the ointment with a cotton-tipped applicator. For a mild case, you may only need ointment at bedtime. If the infection is more severe, you may need to apply the ointment up to four times daily. Once resolved, your doctor may advise you to apply the ointment nightly to prevent another episode. If blepharitis returns after topical treatment, you may be given oral antibiotics, though this is rarely necessary. If oral antibiotics are necessary, they will need to be taken for an extended period of time, up to six weeks.
If you are diagnosed with blepharitis, follow your doctor's instructions.
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