Meibomian Gland: What Can Ayurveda Do to Help With Blockage and Discomfort? - #16330

For the past few months, I’ve been dealing with a persistent issue involving my eyes. It started when I began noticing that my eyes felt dry and gritty, especially after spending long hours in front of the computer. At first, I thought it was just eye strain, but the discomfort didn’t go away. I started getting blurry vision and feeling like something was in my eye all the time. Eventually, I went to the eye doctor, who diagnosed me with meibomian gland dysfunction (MGD). Apparently, my meibomian glands aren’t producing enough oil, which is causing my tears to evaporate too quickly, leading to dryness and irritation. Since then, I’ve been trying different treatments to manage the symptoms, including warm compresses and over-the-counter eye drops. While these provide some temporary relief, I still feel discomfort most of the day, especially at night when I try to sleep. The dryness is really affecting my quality of life, and I’m starting to wonder if there’s a more long-term solution. I’ve heard that Ayurveda has natural ways to support eye health and help with conditions like meibomian gland dysfunction, so I’m hoping someone can shed light on how I can treat this from an Ayurvedic perspective. Can Ayurveda help unblock or stimulate the meibomian glands to get them producing oil again? I’ve read that certain oils, like castor oil, are sometimes used in Ayurveda to help with dry eyes, but I’m not sure if that would be helpful for me. I’m also curious about what kinds of herbs or dietary changes might support eye health and improve the functioning of the meibomian glands. I’m also wondering if there are any Ayurvedic treatments that could reduce inflammation around the eyes and help with the discomfort I’m feeling. I’ve heard that some herbs like triphala or ghee can be beneficial for eye health, but is there a specific way to use them for meibomian gland issues? Has anyone here tried Ayurvedic treatments for meibomian gland dysfunction? What worked for you in terms of soothing the irritation and improving the oil production from the glands? I’m open to trying natural remedies, but I would really appreciate any advice from others who have dealt with this issue and found relief.