What are eyelash mites? Is it dangerous for the eyes? And what are the methods of protection? ?? Check facts and advice from experts. Professor Qualification Dr. Sakchai Wongsakittirak Academic Chair Royal College of Ophthalmologists of Thailand 'Eyelash mites,' medically known as Demodex folliculorum, are a type of small parasite that can be found around human eyelashes. In the case of pulling out eyelashes Then take it to look at it with a microscope. There is a 60-70 percent chance of finding eyelash mites, such as the elderly or people who do not take good care of the cleanliness of their eyelashes or eyelids. In adults, eyelash mites can be found in the eyelash openings. But in general, more than 80-90 percent of people usually have no abnormal symptoms. If the amount is small, there is no need for any treatment. For people with a lot of eyelash mites May cause eyelid inflammation. or eyelashes can become inflamed Causes eye abnormalities such as irritation and itching around the edge of the eyelid . Including redness and eyelash loss. which looks like dandruff clinging to the eyelashes It consists of the mites themselves or tissue cells in the eyelid area that can become attached to the eyelashes due to damage by the eyelash mites. How can "eyelash mites" increase? 'Eyelash mites' are small living things that live in the eye area. But during this period, the number of people who have problems with eyelash mites has increased. This is due to an abnormal increase in the number of mites around the eyelids. Makes the eyelids inflamed Eyelash mite problems are caused by many factors. Importantly, it is a matter of poor cleanliness in the eyelash or eyelid area. Including the use of foreign objects to come in contact with, such as eyelash extensions and false eyelashes. How to prevent eyelash mites from forming? In people who do not have any symptoms, wash your face using clean water and gently rub the eye area every day, both in the morning and in the evening. This will help keep the amount of mites fr om being too large to the point of causing abnormal symptoms. For people who begin to experience abnormal symptoms Whether it's itchy or irritated around the edge of the eyelid. Looks like dandruff stuck to the eyelashes. Including frequent eyelash loss, which is a symptom of eyelash mite disease. In this case, it is necessary to see an ophthalmologist to diagnose the cause. Therefore, take care of your eye health correctly. In addition to general face washing It is recommended to use shampoo for babies. that the intensity is not much and is not irritating Wipe the eyelids and eyelashes. It will help reduce the amount of eyelash mites. Taking care of and observing abnormalities of the eyes This will help treat it quickly before it spreads further. Source: Thai News Agency