What is meibomian gland dysfunction?
Meibomian glands are found at the rim of the eyelids, it is responsible for producing the oily layer of the tear. This is needed to prevent evaporation of the tears. Meibomian gland dysfunction can affect tear production, and may lead to dry eye.
How do members experience meibomian gland dysfunction?
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Stress
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Anxious mood
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Depressed mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for meibomian gland dysfunction*
Who has meibomian gland dysfunction on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 1 | |
| 30s | 12 | |
| 40s | 10 | |
| 50s | 9 | |
| 60s | 14 | |
| 70+ | 5 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 16 | |
| Female | 33 |