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Bradley Walsh is a family man with a great career. But, unfortunately for him, it was his health condition that got people talking. What was it?
“So many times, people have commented on [how I look],” revealed Bradley on Loose Women back in 2017.
“I have to take [one pill] a day for it or I really struggle,” he continued.
“People don’t realise I have seriously bad blepharitis,” he confirmed.
The NHS states: “Blepharitis causes red, swollen and itchy eyelids.”
Supersavers state it’s a fairly common condition, “accounting for one in every 20 eyes problems reported”.
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The optical retail chain lists the symptoms of blepharitis as the following:
Supersavers adds it’s more common in people over the age of 40.
“I’m going to need my eyes operated on at some point to sort it out,” fretted Bradley.
But, according to Supersavers the condition “can’t be cured”.
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“So many times, people have commented on [how I look]. But they don't realise. If I take [medication] though, I'm fine,” Bradley insisted.
Supersavers states: “A daily eyelid-cleaning routine that involves applying a warm compress – gently massaging your eyelids and wiping away any crusts – can help control the symptoms.
“Medicated wipes and solutions are very effective in controlling the condition.”
It adds that severe cases – such as Bradley’s – may require antibiotics.
It’s fairly common for blepharitis to develop in those over the age of 40.
And the eye condition can lead to further health problems, such as dry eye syndrome.
Any serious, sight-threatening problems rarely develop from blepharitis.
Most people with blepharitis experience repeated episodes separated with periods without any symptoms.To keep an eye on your health, visit an optometrist every two years.However, if you
think your vision is suffering, don’t delay any longer – making an appointment is so easy, it can even be done online.To book an eye test visit your local opticians.
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