Blepharitis F022
Current RMA Instruments
| Reasonable Hypothesis SOP | 29 of 2019 |
| Balance of Probabilities SOP | 30 of 2019 |
Changes from previous Instruments
ICD Coding
- ICD-9-CM Code: 373.0
- CD-10-AM Code: H01.0
Brief description
Blepharitis means inflammation of the eyelid margins (where the eyelashes insert). It is commonly a chronic condition and is associated with eye irritation.
Confirming the diagnosis
The diagnosis is made on clincial grounds and can be made by a treating GP.
The relevant medical specialist is an ophthalmologist.
Additional diagnoses covered by SOP
- Acute blepharitis
- Chronic blepharitis
- Chalazion (Meibomian cyst)
- Hordeolum (stye)
- Meibomianitis
Conditions not covered by SOP
- Conjunctivitis*
- Dacroadenitis#
- Dacrocystitis#
- Orbital cellulitis#
- Periorbital cellulitis#
* another SOP applies
# non-SOP condition
Clinical onset
The time of clinical onset will be based on the history in the individual subject. The condition is generally chronic, but there can be acute episodes and recurrent episodes. An acute episode may be due to an irritant, for example, and may fully resolve. In such a case, later episodes or the development of chronic symptoms (after a symptom free interval) may represent a new clinical onset.
Clinical worsening
Clinical worsening may be evidenced by an increase in chronic symptoms or in the extent of chronic inflammation evident on examination.
Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/ccps-medical-research-library/sops-grouped-icd-body-system/b/blepharitis-f022-h010
Diagnostic commentary for blepharitis
Current RMA Instruments
| Reasonable Hypothesis SOP | 29 of 2019 |
| Balance of Probabilities SOP | 30 of 2019 |
Changes from previous Instruments
ICD Coding
- ICD-9-CM Code: 373.0
- CD-10-AM Code: H01.0
Brief description
Blepharitis means inflammation of the eyelid margins (where the eyelashes insert). It is commonly a chronic condition and is associated with eye irritation.
Confirming the diagnosis
The diagnosis is made on clincial grounds and can be made by a treating GP.
The relevant medical specialist is an ophthalmologist.
Additional diagnoses covered by SOP
- Acute blepharitis
- Chronic blepharitis
- Chalazion (Meibomian cyst)
- Hordeolum (stye)
- Meibomianitis
Conditions not covered by SOP
- Conjunctivitis*
- Dacroadenitis#
- Dacrocystitis#
- Orbital cellulitis#
- Periorbital cellulitis#
* another SOP applies
# non-SOP condition
Clinical onset
The time of clinical onset will be based on the history in the individual subject. The condition is generally chronic, but there can be acute episodes and recurrent episodes. An acute episode may be due to an irritant, for example, and may fully resolve. In such a case, later episodes or the development of chronic symptoms (after a symptom free interval) may represent a new clinical onset.
Clinical worsening
Clinical worsening may be evidenced by an increase in chronic symptoms or in the extent of chronic inflammation evident on examination.
Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/ccps-medical-research-library/statements-principles/b/blepharitis-f022-h010/confirming-diagnosis/diagnostic-commentary-blepharitis
Rulebase for blepharitis
<h5>Current RMA Instruments</h5><table border="1" cellpadding="1" cellspacing="1"><tbody><tr><td><em><a href="http://www.rma.gov.au/assets/SOP/2019/029.pdf" target="_blank">Reasonable Hypothesis SOP </a></em></td><td>29 of 2019</td></tr><tr><td><address><a href="http://www.rma.gov.au/assets/SOP/2019/030.pdf" target="_blank">Balance of Probabilities SOP </a></address></td><td>30 of 2019</td></tr></tbody></table><h5>Changes from previous Instruments</h5><p><drupal-media data-entity-type="media" data-entity-uuid="6e02edd8-d559-4b2b-844e-e703926397c1" data-view-mode="wysiwyg"></drupal-media></p><h5>ICD Coding</h5><ul><li>ICD-9-CM Code: 373.0</li><li>CD-10-AM Code: H01.0</li></ul><h5>Brief description</h5><p>Blepharitis means inflammation of the eyelid margins (where the eyelashes insert). It is commonly a chronic condition and is associated with eye irritation.</p><h5><strong>Confirming the diagnosis </strong></h5><p>The diagnosis is made on clincial grounds and can be made by a treating GP.</p><p>The relevant medical specialist is an ophthalmologist.</p><h5><strong>Additional diagnoses covered by SOP</strong></h5><ul><li>Acute blepharitis</li><li>Chronic blepharitis</li><li>Chalazion (Meibomian cyst) </li><li>Hordeolum (stye)</li><li>Meibomianitis </li></ul><h5><strong>Conditions not covered by SOP</strong></h5><ul><li>Conjunctivitis*</li><li>Dacroadenitis<sup><font size="2">#</font></sup></li><li>Dacrocystitis<sup><font size="2">#</font></sup></li><li>Orbital cellulitis<sup><font size="2">#</font></sup></li><li>Periorbital cellulitis<sup><font size="2">#</font></sup></li></ul><p>* another SOP applies</p><p><sup><font size="2">#</font></sup> non-SOP condition</p><h5>Clinical onset</h5><p>The time of clinical onset will be based on the history in the individual subject. The condition is generally chronic, but there can be acute episodes and recurrent episodes. An acute episode may be due to an irritant, for example, and may fully resolve. In such a case, later episodes or the development of chronic symptoms (after a symptom free interval) may represent a new clinical onset.</p><h5>Clinical worsening</h5><p>Clinical worsening may be evidenced by an increase in chronic symptoms or in the extent of chronic inflammation evident on examination.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>
Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/ccps-medical-research-library/statements-principles/b/blepharitis-f022-h010/rulebase-blepharitis
A neoplasm of the eyelid
Current RMA Instruments
| Reasonable Hypothesis SOP | 29 of 2019 |
| Balance of Probabilities SOP | 30 of 2019 |
Changes from previous Instruments
ICD Coding
- ICD-9-CM Code: 373.0
- CD-10-AM Code: H01.0
Brief description
Blepharitis means inflammation of the eyelid margins (where the eyelashes insert). It is commonly a chronic condition and is associated with eye irritation.
Confirming the diagnosis
The diagnosis is made on clincial grounds and can be made by a treating GP.
The relevant medical specialist is an ophthalmologist.
Additional diagnoses covered by SOP
- Acute blepharitis
- Chronic blepharitis
- Chalazion (Meibomian cyst)
- Hordeolum (stye)
- Meibomianitis
Conditions not covered by SOP
- Conjunctivitis*
- Dacroadenitis#
- Dacrocystitis#
- Orbital cellulitis#
- Periorbital cellulitis#
* another SOP applies
# non-SOP condition
Clinical onset
The time of clinical onset will be based on the history in the individual subject. The condition is generally chronic, but there can be acute episodes and recurrent episodes. An acute episode may be due to an irritant, for example, and may fully resolve. In such a case, later episodes or the development of chronic symptoms (after a symptom free interval) may represent a new clinical onset.
Clinical worsening
Clinical worsening may be evidenced by an increase in chronic symptoms or in the extent of chronic inflammation evident on examination.
Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/ccps-medical-research-library/statements-principles/b/blepharitis-f022-h010/rulebase-blepharitis/neoplasm-eyelid
A stye
Current RMA Instruments
| Reasonable Hypothesis SOP | 29 of 2019 |
| Balance of Probabilities SOP | 30 of 2019 |
Changes from previous Instruments
ICD Coding
- ICD-9-CM Code: 373.0
- CD-10-AM Code: H01.0
Brief description
Blepharitis means inflammation of the eyelid margins (where the eyelashes insert). It is commonly a chronic condition and is associated with eye irritation.
Confirming the diagnosis
The diagnosis is made on clincial grounds and can be made by a treating GP.
The relevant medical specialist is an ophthalmologist.
Additional diagnoses covered by SOP
- Acute blepharitis
- Chronic blepharitis
- Chalazion (Meibomian cyst)
- Hordeolum (stye)
- Meibomianitis
Conditions not covered by SOP
- Conjunctivitis*
- Dacroadenitis#
- Dacrocystitis#
- Orbital cellulitis#
- Periorbital cellulitis#
* another SOP applies
# non-SOP condition
Clinical onset
The time of clinical onset will be based on the history in the individual subject. The condition is generally chronic, but there can be acute episodes and recurrent episodes. An acute episode may be due to an irritant, for example, and may fully resolve. In such a case, later episodes or the development of chronic symptoms (after a symptom free interval) may represent a new clinical onset.
Clinical worsening
Clinical worsening may be evidenced by an increase in chronic symptoms or in the extent of chronic inflammation evident on examination.
Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/ccps-medical-research-library/statements-principles/b/blepharitis-f022-h010/rulebase-blepharitis/stye
Acute blepharitis on service
Current RMA Instruments
| Reasonable Hypothesis SOP | 29 of 2019 |
| Balance of Probabilities SOP | 30 of 2019 |
Changes from previous Instruments
ICD Coding
- ICD-9-CM Code: 373.0
- CD-10-AM Code: H01.0
Brief description
Blepharitis means inflammation of the eyelid margins (where the eyelashes insert). It is commonly a chronic condition and is associated with eye irritation.
Confirming the diagnosis
The diagnosis is made on clincial grounds and can be made by a treating GP.
The relevant medical specialist is an ophthalmologist.
Additional diagnoses covered by SOP
- Acute blepharitis
- Chronic blepharitis
- Chalazion (Meibomian cyst)
- Hordeolum (stye)
- Meibomianitis
Conditions not covered by SOP
- Conjunctivitis*
- Dacroadenitis#
- Dacrocystitis#
- Orbital cellulitis#
- Periorbital cellulitis#
* another SOP applies
# non-SOP condition
Clinical onset
The time of clinical onset will be based on the history in the individual subject. The condition is generally chronic, but there can be acute episodes and recurrent episodes. An acute episode may be due to an irritant, for example, and may fully resolve. In such a case, later episodes or the development of chronic symptoms (after a symptom free interval) may represent a new clinical onset.
Clinical worsening
Clinical worsening may be evidenced by an increase in chronic symptoms or in the extent of chronic inflammation evident on examination.
Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/ccps-medical-research-library/statements-principles/b/blepharitis-f022-h010/rulebase-blepharitis/acute-blepharitis-service
Compromised immunity
Current RMA Instruments
| Reasonable Hypothesis SOP | 29 of 2019 |
| Balance of Probabilities SOP | 30 of 2019 |
Changes from previous Instruments
ICD Coding
- ICD-9-CM Code: 373.0
- CD-10-AM Code: H01.0
Brief description
Blepharitis means inflammation of the eyelid margins (where the eyelashes insert). It is commonly a chronic condition and is associated with eye irritation.
Confirming the diagnosis
The diagnosis is made on clincial grounds and can be made by a treating GP.
The relevant medical specialist is an ophthalmologist.
Additional diagnoses covered by SOP
- Acute blepharitis
- Chronic blepharitis
- Chalazion (Meibomian cyst)
- Hordeolum (stye)
- Meibomianitis
Conditions not covered by SOP
- Conjunctivitis*
- Dacroadenitis#
- Dacrocystitis#
- Orbital cellulitis#
- Periorbital cellulitis#
* another SOP applies
# non-SOP condition
Clinical onset
The time of clinical onset will be based on the history in the individual subject. The condition is generally chronic, but there can be acute episodes and recurrent episodes. An acute episode may be due to an irritant, for example, and may fully resolve. In such a case, later episodes or the development of chronic symptoms (after a symptom free interval) may represent a new clinical onset.
Clinical worsening
Clinical worsening may be evidenced by an increase in chronic symptoms or in the extent of chronic inflammation evident on examination.
Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/ccps-medical-research-library/statements-principles/b/blepharitis-f022-h010/rulebase-blepharitis/compromised-immunity
Conjunctivitis
Current RMA Instruments
| Reasonable Hypothesis SOP | 29 of 2019 |
| Balance of Probabilities SOP | 30 of 2019 |
Changes from previous Instruments
ICD Coding
- ICD-9-CM Code: 373.0
- CD-10-AM Code: H01.0
Brief description
Blepharitis means inflammation of the eyelid margins (where the eyelashes insert). It is commonly a chronic condition and is associated with eye irritation.
Confirming the diagnosis
The diagnosis is made on clincial grounds and can be made by a treating GP.
The relevant medical specialist is an ophthalmologist.
Additional diagnoses covered by SOP
- Acute blepharitis
- Chronic blepharitis
- Chalazion (Meibomian cyst)
- Hordeolum (stye)
- Meibomianitis
Conditions not covered by SOP
- Conjunctivitis*
- Dacroadenitis#
- Dacrocystitis#
- Orbital cellulitis#
- Periorbital cellulitis#
* another SOP applies
# non-SOP condition
Clinical onset
The time of clinical onset will be based on the history in the individual subject. The condition is generally chronic, but there can be acute episodes and recurrent episodes. An acute episode may be due to an irritant, for example, and may fully resolve. In such a case, later episodes or the development of chronic symptoms (after a symptom free interval) may represent a new clinical onset.
Clinical worsening
Clinical worsening may be evidenced by an increase in chronic symptoms or in the extent of chronic inflammation evident on examination.
Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/ccps-medical-research-library/statements-principles/b/blepharitis-f022-h010/rulebase-blepharitis/conjunctivitis
Episcleritis
Current RMA Instruments
| Reasonable Hypothesis SOP | 29 of 2019 |
| Balance of Probabilities SOP | 30 of 2019 |
Changes from previous Instruments
ICD Coding
- ICD-9-CM Code: 373.0
- CD-10-AM Code: H01.0
Brief description
Blepharitis means inflammation of the eyelid margins (where the eyelashes insert). It is commonly a chronic condition and is associated with eye irritation.
Confirming the diagnosis
The diagnosis is made on clincial grounds and can be made by a treating GP.
The relevant medical specialist is an ophthalmologist.
Additional diagnoses covered by SOP
- Acute blepharitis
- Chronic blepharitis
- Chalazion (Meibomian cyst)
- Hordeolum (stye)
- Meibomianitis
Conditions not covered by SOP
- Conjunctivitis*
- Dacroadenitis#
- Dacrocystitis#
- Orbital cellulitis#
- Periorbital cellulitis#
* another SOP applies
# non-SOP condition
Clinical onset
The time of clinical onset will be based on the history in the individual subject. The condition is generally chronic, but there can be acute episodes and recurrent episodes. An acute episode may be due to an irritant, for example, and may fully resolve. In such a case, later episodes or the development of chronic symptoms (after a symptom free interval) may represent a new clinical onset.
Clinical worsening
Clinical worsening may be evidenced by an increase in chronic symptoms or in the extent of chronic inflammation evident on examination.
Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/ccps-medical-research-library/statements-principles/b/blepharitis-f022-h010/rulebase-blepharitis/episcleritis
Exposure to ionising radiation
Current RMA Instruments
| Reasonable Hypothesis SOP | 29 of 2019 |
| Balance of Probabilities SOP | 30 of 2019 |
Changes from previous Instruments
ICD Coding
- ICD-9-CM Code: 373.0
- CD-10-AM Code: H01.0
Brief description
Blepharitis means inflammation of the eyelid margins (where the eyelashes insert). It is commonly a chronic condition and is associated with eye irritation.
Confirming the diagnosis
The diagnosis is made on clincial grounds and can be made by a treating GP.
The relevant medical specialist is an ophthalmologist.
Additional diagnoses covered by SOP
- Acute blepharitis
- Chronic blepharitis
- Chalazion (Meibomian cyst)
- Hordeolum (stye)
- Meibomianitis
Conditions not covered by SOP
- Conjunctivitis*
- Dacroadenitis#
- Dacrocystitis#
- Orbital cellulitis#
- Periorbital cellulitis#
* another SOP applies
# non-SOP condition
Clinical onset
The time of clinical onset will be based on the history in the individual subject. The condition is generally chronic, but there can be acute episodes and recurrent episodes. An acute episode may be due to an irritant, for example, and may fully resolve. In such a case, later episodes or the development of chronic symptoms (after a symptom free interval) may represent a new clinical onset.
Clinical worsening
Clinical worsening may be evidenced by an increase in chronic symptoms or in the extent of chronic inflammation evident on examination.
Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/ccps-medical-research-library/statements-principles/b/blepharitis-f022-h010/rulebase-blepharitis/exposure-ionising-radiation
Exposure to irritant substances
Current RMA Instruments
| Reasonable Hypothesis SOP | 29 of 2019 |
| Balance of Probabilities SOP | 30 of 2019 |
Changes from previous Instruments
ICD Coding
- ICD-9-CM Code: 373.0
- CD-10-AM Code: H01.0
Brief description
Blepharitis means inflammation of the eyelid margins (where the eyelashes insert). It is commonly a chronic condition and is associated with eye irritation.
Confirming the diagnosis
The diagnosis is made on clincial grounds and can be made by a treating GP.
The relevant medical specialist is an ophthalmologist.
Additional diagnoses covered by SOP
- Acute blepharitis
- Chronic blepharitis
- Chalazion (Meibomian cyst)
- Hordeolum (stye)
- Meibomianitis
Conditions not covered by SOP
- Conjunctivitis*
- Dacroadenitis#
- Dacrocystitis#
- Orbital cellulitis#
- Periorbital cellulitis#
* another SOP applies
# non-SOP condition
Clinical onset
The time of clinical onset will be based on the history in the individual subject. The condition is generally chronic, but there can be acute episodes and recurrent episodes. An acute episode may be due to an irritant, for example, and may fully resolve. In such a case, later episodes or the development of chronic symptoms (after a symptom free interval) may represent a new clinical onset.
Clinical worsening
Clinical worsening may be evidenced by an increase in chronic symptoms or in the extent of chronic inflammation evident on examination.
Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/ccps-medical-research-library/statements-principles/b/blepharitis-f022-h010/rulebase-blepharitis/exposure-irritant-substances
Inability to obtain appropriate clinical management for blepharitis
Current RMA Instruments
| Reasonable Hypothesis SOP | 29 of 2019 |
| Balance of Probabilities SOP | 30 of 2019 |
Changes from previous Instruments
ICD Coding
- ICD-9-CM Code: 373.0
- CD-10-AM Code: H01.0
Brief description
Blepharitis means inflammation of the eyelid margins (where the eyelashes insert). It is commonly a chronic condition and is associated with eye irritation.
Confirming the diagnosis
The diagnosis is made on clincial grounds and can be made by a treating GP.
The relevant medical specialist is an ophthalmologist.
Additional diagnoses covered by SOP
- Acute blepharitis
- Chronic blepharitis
- Chalazion (Meibomian cyst)
- Hordeolum (stye)
- Meibomianitis
Conditions not covered by SOP
- Conjunctivitis*
- Dacroadenitis#
- Dacrocystitis#
- Orbital cellulitis#
- Periorbital cellulitis#
* another SOP applies
# non-SOP condition
Clinical onset
The time of clinical onset will be based on the history in the individual subject. The condition is generally chronic, but there can be acute episodes and recurrent episodes. An acute episode may be due to an irritant, for example, and may fully resolve. In such a case, later episodes or the development of chronic symptoms (after a symptom free interval) may represent a new clinical onset.
Clinical worsening
Clinical worsening may be evidenced by an increase in chronic symptoms or in the extent of chronic inflammation evident on examination.
Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/ccps-medical-research-library/statements-principles/b/blepharitis-f022-h010/rulebase-blepharitis/inability-obtain-appropriate-clinical-management-blepharitis
Ocular rosacea
Current RMA Instruments
| Reasonable Hypothesis SOP | 29 of 2019 |
| Balance of Probabilities SOP | 30 of 2019 |
Changes from previous Instruments
ICD Coding
- ICD-9-CM Code: 373.0
- CD-10-AM Code: H01.0
Brief description
Blepharitis means inflammation of the eyelid margins (where the eyelashes insert). It is commonly a chronic condition and is associated with eye irritation.
Confirming the diagnosis
The diagnosis is made on clincial grounds and can be made by a treating GP.
The relevant medical specialist is an ophthalmologist.
Additional diagnoses covered by SOP
- Acute blepharitis
- Chronic blepharitis
- Chalazion (Meibomian cyst)
- Hordeolum (stye)
- Meibomianitis
Conditions not covered by SOP
- Conjunctivitis*
- Dacroadenitis#
- Dacrocystitis#
- Orbital cellulitis#
- Periorbital cellulitis#
* another SOP applies
# non-SOP condition
Clinical onset
The time of clinical onset will be based on the history in the individual subject. The condition is generally chronic, but there can be acute episodes and recurrent episodes. An acute episode may be due to an irritant, for example, and may fully resolve. In such a case, later episodes or the development of chronic symptoms (after a symptom free interval) may represent a new clinical onset.
Clinical worsening
Clinical worsening may be evidenced by an increase in chronic symptoms or in the extent of chronic inflammation evident on examination.
Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/ccps-medical-research-library/statements-principles/b/blepharitis-f022-h010/rulebase-blepharitis/ocular-rosacea
Parkinson's disease
Current RMA Instruments
| Reasonable Hypothesis SOP | 29 of 2019 |
| Balance of Probabilities SOP | 30 of 2019 |
Changes from previous Instruments
ICD Coding
- ICD-9-CM Code: 373.0
- CD-10-AM Code: H01.0
Brief description
Blepharitis means inflammation of the eyelid margins (where the eyelashes insert). It is commonly a chronic condition and is associated with eye irritation.
Confirming the diagnosis
The diagnosis is made on clincial grounds and can be made by a treating GP.
The relevant medical specialist is an ophthalmologist.
Additional diagnoses covered by SOP
- Acute blepharitis
- Chronic blepharitis
- Chalazion (Meibomian cyst)
- Hordeolum (stye)
- Meibomianitis
Conditions not covered by SOP
- Conjunctivitis*
- Dacroadenitis#
- Dacrocystitis#
- Orbital cellulitis#
- Periorbital cellulitis#
* another SOP applies
# non-SOP condition
Clinical onset
The time of clinical onset will be based on the history in the individual subject. The condition is generally chronic, but there can be acute episodes and recurrent episodes. An acute episode may be due to an irritant, for example, and may fully resolve. In such a case, later episodes or the development of chronic symptoms (after a symptom free interval) may represent a new clinical onset.
Clinical worsening
Clinical worsening may be evidenced by an increase in chronic symptoms or in the extent of chronic inflammation evident on examination.
Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/ccps-medical-research-library/statements-principles/b/blepharitis-f022-h010/rulebase-blepharitis/parkinsons-disease
Scleritis
Current RMA Instruments
| Reasonable Hypothesis SOP | 29 of 2019 |
| Balance of Probabilities SOP | 30 of 2019 |
Changes from previous Instruments
ICD Coding
- ICD-9-CM Code: 373.0
- CD-10-AM Code: H01.0
Brief description
Blepharitis means inflammation of the eyelid margins (where the eyelashes insert). It is commonly a chronic condition and is associated with eye irritation.
Confirming the diagnosis
The diagnosis is made on clincial grounds and can be made by a treating GP.
The relevant medical specialist is an ophthalmologist.
Additional diagnoses covered by SOP
- Acute blepharitis
- Chronic blepharitis
- Chalazion (Meibomian cyst)
- Hordeolum (stye)
- Meibomianitis
Conditions not covered by SOP
- Conjunctivitis*
- Dacroadenitis#
- Dacrocystitis#
- Orbital cellulitis#
- Periorbital cellulitis#
* another SOP applies
# non-SOP condition
Clinical onset
The time of clinical onset will be based on the history in the individual subject. The condition is generally chronic, but there can be acute episodes and recurrent episodes. An acute episode may be due to an irritant, for example, and may fully resolve. In such a case, later episodes or the development of chronic symptoms (after a symptom free interval) may represent a new clinical onset.
Clinical worsening
Clinical worsening may be evidenced by an increase in chronic symptoms or in the extent of chronic inflammation evident on examination.
Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/ccps-medical-research-library/statements-principles/b/blepharitis-f022-h010/rulebase-blepharitis/scleritis
Seborrhoeic dermatitis
Current RMA Instruments
| Reasonable Hypothesis SOP | 29 of 2019 |
| Balance of Probabilities SOP | 30 of 2019 |
Changes from previous Instruments
ICD Coding
- ICD-9-CM Code: 373.0
- CD-10-AM Code: H01.0
Brief description
Blepharitis means inflammation of the eyelid margins (where the eyelashes insert). It is commonly a chronic condition and is associated with eye irritation.
Confirming the diagnosis
The diagnosis is made on clincial grounds and can be made by a treating GP.
The relevant medical specialist is an ophthalmologist.
Additional diagnoses covered by SOP
- Acute blepharitis
- Chronic blepharitis
- Chalazion (Meibomian cyst)
- Hordeolum (stye)
- Meibomianitis
Conditions not covered by SOP
- Conjunctivitis*
- Dacroadenitis#
- Dacrocystitis#
- Orbital cellulitis#
- Periorbital cellulitis#
* another SOP applies
# non-SOP condition
Clinical onset
The time of clinical onset will be based on the history in the individual subject. The condition is generally chronic, but there can be acute episodes and recurrent episodes. An acute episode may be due to an irritant, for example, and may fully resolve. In such a case, later episodes or the development of chronic symptoms (after a symptom free interval) may represent a new clinical onset.
Clinical worsening
Clinical worsening may be evidenced by an increase in chronic symptoms or in the extent of chronic inflammation evident on examination.
Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/ccps-medical-research-library/statements-principles/b/blepharitis-f022-h010/rulebase-blepharitis/seborrhoeic-dermatitis
Sezary's syndrome
Current RMA Instruments
| Reasonable Hypothesis SOP | 29 of 2019 |
| Balance of Probabilities SOP | 30 of 2019 |
Changes from previous Instruments
ICD Coding
- ICD-9-CM Code: 373.0
- CD-10-AM Code: H01.0
Brief description
Blepharitis means inflammation of the eyelid margins (where the eyelashes insert). It is commonly a chronic condition and is associated with eye irritation.
Confirming the diagnosis
The diagnosis is made on clincial grounds and can be made by a treating GP.
The relevant medical specialist is an ophthalmologist.
Additional diagnoses covered by SOP
- Acute blepharitis
- Chronic blepharitis
- Chalazion (Meibomian cyst)
- Hordeolum (stye)
- Meibomianitis
Conditions not covered by SOP
- Conjunctivitis*
- Dacroadenitis#
- Dacrocystitis#
- Orbital cellulitis#
- Periorbital cellulitis#
* another SOP applies
# non-SOP condition
Clinical onset
The time of clinical onset will be based on the history in the individual subject. The condition is generally chronic, but there can be acute episodes and recurrent episodes. An acute episode may be due to an irritant, for example, and may fully resolve. In such a case, later episodes or the development of chronic symptoms (after a symptom free interval) may represent a new clinical onset.
Clinical worsening
Clinical worsening may be evidenced by an increase in chronic symptoms or in the extent of chronic inflammation evident on examination.
Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/ccps-medical-research-library/statements-principles/b/blepharitis-f022-h010/rulebase-blepharitis/sezarys-syndrome
Uveitis
Current RMA Instruments
| Reasonable Hypothesis SOP | 29 of 2019 |
| Balance of Probabilities SOP | 30 of 2019 |
Changes from previous Instruments
ICD Coding
- ICD-9-CM Code: 373.0
- CD-10-AM Code: H01.0
Brief description
Blepharitis means inflammation of the eyelid margins (where the eyelashes insert). It is commonly a chronic condition and is associated with eye irritation.
Confirming the diagnosis
The diagnosis is made on clincial grounds and can be made by a treating GP.
The relevant medical specialist is an ophthalmologist.
Additional diagnoses covered by SOP
- Acute blepharitis
- Chronic blepharitis
- Chalazion (Meibomian cyst)
- Hordeolum (stye)
- Meibomianitis
Conditions not covered by SOP
- Conjunctivitis*
- Dacroadenitis#
- Dacrocystitis#
- Orbital cellulitis#
- Periorbital cellulitis#
* another SOP applies
# non-SOP condition
Clinical onset
The time of clinical onset will be based on the history in the individual subject. The condition is generally chronic, but there can be acute episodes and recurrent episodes. An acute episode may be due to an irritant, for example, and may fully resolve. In such a case, later episodes or the development of chronic symptoms (after a symptom free interval) may represent a new clinical onset.
Clinical worsening
Clinical worsening may be evidenced by an increase in chronic symptoms or in the extent of chronic inflammation evident on examination.
Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/ccps-medical-research-library/statements-principles/b/blepharitis-f022-h010/rulebase-blepharitis/uveitis
Xerophthalmia
Current RMA Instruments
| Reasonable Hypothesis SOP | 29 of 2019 |
| Balance of Probabilities SOP | 30 of 2019 |
Changes from previous Instruments
ICD Coding
- ICD-9-CM Code: 373.0
- CD-10-AM Code: H01.0
Brief description
Blepharitis means inflammation of the eyelid margins (where the eyelashes insert). It is commonly a chronic condition and is associated with eye irritation.
Confirming the diagnosis
The diagnosis is made on clincial grounds and can be made by a treating GP.
The relevant medical specialist is an ophthalmologist.
Additional diagnoses covered by SOP
- Acute blepharitis
- Chronic blepharitis
- Chalazion (Meibomian cyst)
- Hordeolum (stye)
- Meibomianitis
Conditions not covered by SOP
- Conjunctivitis*
- Dacroadenitis#
- Dacrocystitis#
- Orbital cellulitis#
- Periorbital cellulitis#
* another SOP applies
# non-SOP condition
Clinical onset
The time of clinical onset will be based on the history in the individual subject. The condition is generally chronic, but there can be acute episodes and recurrent episodes. An acute episode may be due to an irritant, for example, and may fully resolve. In such a case, later episodes or the development of chronic symptoms (after a symptom free interval) may represent a new clinical onset.
Clinical worsening
Clinical worsening may be evidenced by an increase in chronic symptoms or in the extent of chronic inflammation evident on examination.
Source URL: https://clik.dva.gov.au/ccps-medical-research-library/statements-principles/b/blepharitis-f022-h010/rulebase-blepharitis/xerophthalmia