It might seem like something from a science fiction novel.The legs attach to the base of the eyelashes.Your body makes oils from skin cells.You may have an eyelid inflammatory condition called blepharitis if you are prone to getting eye mites.It's important to know if you have eye mites because they can travel to other parts of your body.
Step 1: You should watch for allergic reactions.
If you have rosacea, eye mite infections can cause it.If you have redness in your eyes, pay attention to it.There are signs of an allergic reaction.
Step 2: Think about how you look.
It feels like something is in your eye when you have an eyelash in it.It can make you feel like you have a foreign body in your eye.You could experience a burning sensation in your eyes.If your vision has changed, you should consider that.You may have eye mites if your eyesight becomes blurry.
Step 3: You should look at your eyes.
You won't be able to tell if you have eye mites by looking at your eyes.Under magnification, they can only be seen.If you have eye mites, your eyelid may become thicker.If you have mites, you might lose your eyelashes.If you have eye mites, your eyelid can look red.
Step 4: Take into account your risk factors.
As you age, the risk of eye mites increases.Over 80% of people over the age of 60 have at least one eye mite, according to some studies.People with the skin disorder are more likely to have eye mites.Men and women have the same distribution of eye mites, regardless of race.
Step 5: Call your doctor.
You might have eye mites if you experience any of these symptoms.You can't tell if you have them by looking at them.Since many of these symptoms could be caused by other eye problems, you'll have to go to the doctor to find out if you have eye mites.You can get an eye mite diagnosis from your eye doctor or check your eyes for another eye condition that could be causing your symptoms.
Step 6: You should get an exam.
Your doctor will put you at a slit-lamp.If you've ever had your eyes looked at, the doctor used a slit-lamp.A bright light and microscope examine the front of your eye while you sit with your chin and forehead on a support.The small mites will be attached to the base of your eyelash.The doctor will use a microscope to examine an eyelash or two.Doctors will show you the mites under the microscope by pulling an eyelash.If the doctor doesn't see any mites, you'll be checked for other conditions that could be causing eye irritation, like allergies or a foreign object.
Step 7: You need to wash your eyes.
Put equal parts tea tree oil and an oil of your choice.You can gently scrub around your eyes by dipping a cotton ball in the mix.If you don't have any stinging, leave the solution on your eyes.If you feel stung, rinse with warm water.Re-apply the solution every eight hours for three more weeks.You have to wash your eyes and eyelashes to account for the lifespan of the eye mite.You may want to ask your eye doctor if you should use tea tree oil.
Step 8: Don't use eye makeup.
It is not known if wearing eye makeup increases the risk of eye mites, but if you do, make sure the mascara is well-sealed.You should wash your makeup brushes at least twice a month.Liquid eyeliner every three months, cream eye shadow every six months and pencil eyeliner and powders every two years.
Step 9: You should wash your linens.
Because mites can survive on clothing and bedsheets (but are very susceptible to heat), wash all clothing, towels, bed sheets, pillowcases, handkerchiefs, blankets, and any other material that may have come into contact with your eyes and skin in hot, soapy water.They should be dry at high heat.This should be done at least once a week.Pets should be checked for mites and washed.
Step 10: Get medical help.
Your doctor is likely to tell you about washing with tea tree oil.More research is needed to determine the effectiveness of over-the-counter products like permethrin and ivermectin.You will need to keep up good hygiene for several weeks so that the mites don't hatch eggs.If you think you have eye mites, see your doctor.Since eye mites can cause abacterial infections, it's important that you have this.