How others are living with Demodex blepharitis (DB)

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Real people share real stories

When it comes to Demodex blepharitis, you’re not alone. Nearly 25 million eye care patients in the US are affected by DB.^1,2 Here are some real stories from real people who shared their challenges, daily struggles, and overall outlooks on living with Demodex blepharitis.

Zach On living with the symptoms of Demodex blepharitis

Tina On fighting the emotional effects of Demodex blepharitis

Darrin On the long journey to diagnosis of Demodex blepharitis

Lori On passionately advocating for others with Demodex blepharitis

1. Trattler W, Karpecki P, Rapoport Y, et al. The Prevalence of Demodex Blepharitis in US Eye Care Clinic Patients as Determined by Collarettes: A Pathognomonic Sign. Clinical Ophthalmology. 2022;16:1153–1164.
2. O’Dell L, Dierker DS, Devries DK, et al. Psychosocial Impact of Demodex Blepharitis. Clinical Ophthalmology. 2022;16:2979-2987.

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