How I Clean My Meibomian Glands

[snoweye]

WARNING: Do not try this if you suffer from any significant fatigue, faintness, or dizziness. Also be careful if you have other people, kids or pets moving around. Proceed at your own risk and with caution.

Very simply I put water in a wide pan, bring it to the boil, turn down to low heat and then hold my head about 30cm above the pan for about 5 mins.

You can also try this using a slow cooker which would be a safer option. Slow cookers are electric so can be plugged in in a quiet corner of your home. And of course don't get as hot as a pan on the hob.

I have been too busy the last few days to use the eye mask that goes in the microwave, and this morning I thought I would try steam. In 5 mins the build up of meibomian secretions was all gone!

This also has the added benefit of helping to clear a blocked nose.

[Scottietottie]

Hi 

I use hot compresses on my eyes and then massage the lids working from the nose to the outside. It works quite well. I couldn't use the steaming pan because I do get dizzy and tend to fall obver if I close my eyes.

I had a face sauna for a while that was good for moistening the sinuses.

Take care - Scottie