The number of times optometrists told me to “massage” my eyes…thank you for explaining how to properly do this!

Thank you for a great an helpful video! I have been doing hot compresses for a while now, and was looking for that kind of video. I searched and searched in youtube but nothing as useful and educating as your video was found, until today algorith decided to recommend it to me. The thing is that I am using single-use steam masks that all have a "steam eye mask" or "spa eye mask" on the package and I didn't think of searching for the "hot compress". The fact is that all videos I found under "steam eye mask" etc contain exactly 0 info, especially compared to yours. So maybe you could add some of those words and phrases to your search keywords (if you haven't already) and some people like me who are looking to educate themselves on "steam eye masks" will see your video faster. So far this video is a gem for a people like me . I didn't even know that reusable "steam eye masks" exist, and will look out for it in my area, because I feel really bad of littering planet with single-used ones. And I'm actually relieved to know that it's actually helpful for my eyes, because I wasn't 100% sure that doing this is safe for my eyes. Also, subscribed and liked, because thank you, that's why.

The calm and reassuring way you express yourself on this complicated subject is very much appreciated. Having had a recent diagnosis for this eyes gland dysfunction is a very anxiety-provoking situation for me. But your video has given me hope and calmed me down a little, thank you very much!

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help! 😁

@sharon8121

2 жыл бұрын

I have hope! After 2 years of this. I will use my hot compress twice daily and have a better life. This is a very very upsetting condition.

@cardonadarlene4650

9 ай бұрын

Omg enxyty attacks over mgd definitely so bad I go through this

I just tried the hot compress and massage squeeze like you taught and OMG my eyes feel so much better!!

I wish my ophthalmologist had given me a link to this video when he gave me the diagnosis and the prescription. I now understand why this treatment is necessary and how it works. Thanks a lot!

@AntonioTheOptom

Жыл бұрын

👍

@kathym6603

Жыл бұрын

Yes. And it would have been so easy to give you the link.

I have a USB charged warm eye compress unit from Amazon. Its so good highly recommended. I do it daily 15 minutes. Doubles as my meditation as well.

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

Yoooo that’s a great option!

@chuhezeng8652

2 жыл бұрын

what’s the name of your product?

@MsArleeneE

2 жыл бұрын

I just ordered mine, today! Will arrive Thursday, you just made me that much more happier that I ordered it. ThnK YoU

@cosycovevlog3260

2 жыл бұрын

I have one also! It is brilliant

@Merlady

Жыл бұрын

@@cosycovevlog3260 Which on do you have?

Brilliantly clear explanation including why it can be problematic, thank you!

Thank you for making this clear and easy! I went over a year not knowing what I had, using a cold compress, and staying in a lot! This is a painful and unsightly condition.

@vm1984

Жыл бұрын

Same here.

Thank you for such a detailed explanation on using hot compresses and the MOA behind dry eyes due to mgd! I'm a pharmacist and ppl come up all the time for counseling on dry eyes! We do recommend hot compresses when they have dry rheum buildup or eye infections but now I know to do so as well for dry eyes. I hope you get some sponsors! Your production quality is top-notch :)

really love the dramatic zooms into the microwave

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

WOW! 20 SECONDS!!!! 😧😧

Brilliant and informative. I needed to hear this advice as my Opthalmologist had never shared in detail how to treat my blepharitis. Hopefully I can say goodbye to burning eye rims and dry eye! Many thanks!

@leyniaLip

2 ай бұрын

Same. I wish you (Dr.Antonio) could be my optometrist.

I use a washcloth soaked in hot water. Even a hot shower helps. Then I put in some lubricating drops afterwards. The first time I did this it was amazing how much goop came out.

I am currently with anterior blepharitis in the lower eyelids of both eyes, I’ve had both anterior and posterior blepharitis in both eyes, 4 surgery and 2 applications of cortisteroid, and you are the first optometrist to explain how and why to make a hot compress. I’ve never noticed dry eyes or changes in the eyesight, but I have astigmatism and don’t always wear glasses, so maybe that’s is why I’ve never noticed, regardless, I’ve always had peeling of skin in the eyelids, and itching and falling of eyelashes almost daily, and sometimes gaps in the eyelids because of so many eyelashes falling, thank you for the video.

@jollyjime2560

Жыл бұрын

Check out the usb warm compress! It works for me.

Excellent! Way more detailed and informative than other other eye care sites!

I was recommended two different hot compress by two different doctors, one cleaning my eyes with hot water and other pressing a backend of a teaspoon heated in boiling water but not hot enough to burn. Both worked but not always. I'm gonna try this one too in hopes that it works more consistently.

@jollyjime2560

Жыл бұрын

Check out the USB warm eye compress unit. Easier.

Thank you Antonio. That was very helpful.

Thank you for sharing this! I‘ve had an inflamation for about 4 months several years ago, visited 4 different optometrists and noone could help me, no one knew what it was. Then I had a massive fever and it went away. Since then I‘m battling with dry or irritaded eyes from time to time. I will definetly try this! :)

@melissabateman5317

11 ай бұрын

Yes I have been to the hospital 7 times and they thought it was pink eye and the others had no idea as well. Obviously this is a field of study needed in the hospitals

Thank you for creating these informative videos. It would be a pleasure to have you as an optometrist. If I may suggest a topic, could you talk about the effects of stress on the eyes?

A lot of computer work and I wear contacts. That explains it. Thank you for the explanation.

Thank you for this great video. You answered all the questions I had so I can effectively treat my problem at home now! You are a very good teacher!! :)

Thank you for showing us how to do heat treatment; and the eye massage😊

Yay! I'm so excited to have found this! Can't wait to implement and make my eyes happy again! Thank you!

Coincidentally I ordered one of these from Chemist warehouse a couple of days ago. Thanks for showing me how to use it and massage my eyelids properly.

Love your videos, thank you! Recently have been finding tiny dry ‘crystals’ at inner corner of one eye; no stickiness or gunk & no redness or irritation. Pharmacist suggested drops for ‘dry eyes’, which soothe, but crystals still form. Will try hot mask, as those close-up photos of blocked glands look familiar …

@jollyjime2560

Жыл бұрын

Check out USB warm eye compress unit. Easier,

@melissabateman5317

11 ай бұрын

Don't use visine and all those drops they will wreak your eyes. I tried soothing it with a gel eye ointment. Just waiting for specialist on the 8th. Had this for 3 months, hospital 7 times, nobody knew what is was,l

THANK YOU SO MUCH 🙏🏾💙 I WENT TO MY CORNEA SPECIALIST TODAY AND SHE SUGGESTED THE GEL BEADED EYE MASK I BOUGHT THOSE AND I ALSO BOUGHT SOME FISH OIL PILLS TODAY I DO HAVE TO WASH MY EYELIDS WITH BABY SHAMPOO AND I WILL DO THE MASSAGE THAT YOU DEMONSTRATED. THANK YOU SO MUCH I TRULY APPRECIATE YOUR HELP .THIS HAS BEEN A JOURNEY. I'VE HAD CORNEA TRANSPLANTS IN BOTH OF MY EYES. IT SEEMS LIKE I WAS DOING OKAY UNTIL MY APARTMENT COMPLEX REMODELED WITH NEW WINDOWS, NEW FRONT DOORS AND NEW PATIO DOORS AND THE SAWDUST GOT INTO MY AC AND I KEPT BEGGING MY OFFICE MANAGER TO REMOVE IT AND GET THE AC CLEAN AND THEN IT WAS TOO LATE MY EYES ENDED UP GETTING INFECTED 😵‍💫😭💔 !!!THE DOCTOR SAID MY CORNEAS LOOK LIKE THEY HAVE BEEN SCRUBBED WITH SANDPAPER. I WILL SUBSCRIBE TO YOUR CHANNEL AND FOLLOW MORE OF YOUR DEMONSTRATIONS. I'M GLAD THAT YOU ARE DOING WELL AND PASSING ON HELPFUL INFORMATION TO THE REST OF US THAT ARE SUFFERING 🙏🏾💙. GOD BLESS YOU FOR CONTRIBUTING VALUABLE INFORMATION IN YOUR VIDEO DEMONSTRATIONS. ✝️🙏🏾🥲💙

@AntonioTheOptom

2 жыл бұрын

🤙

Great job! Thanks!

Thank you for this video, very helpful 🙂

Thank you! Azasite prescription eye drops can also be VERY helpful. Ask your eye doctor for them.

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! 😁

great video thank you. Coincidentally I have just bought the opti moist eye mask and found the heat dissipates quite rapidly. After about 3 minutes I had to reheat but after one treatment and a massage my eyes feel improved so I can't wait to see the results in a few wks time w ongoing eye masks.

@jollyjime2560

Жыл бұрын

Check out the USB eye warmer unit. Controlled heat. Easy.

Very informative and easy to understand with great illustrations

Thanks. I have dry eye, blepheritis and, occasionally, rosacea on my right eye. Oh such fun! I'm on erythromycin eye ointment, eye drops and I use warm compresses daily. I appreciate your video. I hope you do more videos. I like your accent too. Are you from Hong Kong?

@AntonioTheOptom

2 жыл бұрын

Nope from New Zealand 👍

Thank you, this was exactly what I needed. As you said, my optometrist has told me to do hot compresses, bye but really how.

I followed your instructions and for the first time in a fortnight my eyes do not feel bad. I am also going to stop using my phone at night,

This is so much more helpful than my optometrists suggestion of "try a heat pad". One thing I have found though is that after using the compress, I develop a thick sticky layer on my eye. From what you've said this sounds like the waxy/oily stuff we're trying to get rid of. My problem is that I can't seem to get it out of my eyes. My eyes are very dry after using the compress, which makes blinking uncomfortable, so I'm resorting to wiping my eyes with a damp cotton pad to clean them. I'm not sure if this is a the right thing to use though? Or even if this layer is what I think it is? Or if I should be removing it at all? 🤔🤔🤔

I don’t have a microwave :( my optometrist sold me a mask with disposable inserts but also said you can use tea bags but I’m just confused on how to use tea bags without scalding your eyes with boiling water from it

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah tea bags aren’t my favourite option but if you can get the temperature to close to 42 degrees then I guess it could work?

@MINXC3

3 жыл бұрын

No microwave here either. I just use cotton wool wetted with warm water.

I’ve been on Dipixent injections for very severe eczema for nearly 3 years now. It’s a miracle for the eczema, but my eyes have been so dry and irritated lately. apparently these injections can cause eye issues They just keep recommend drops drops and more drops but the optometrist said that they evaporate as soon as I put them in! So now I’m going to try this. Thank you so much for your valued information.🙏 my eyes have recently become very blurry and I’ve had to wear permanent glasses. I’m hoping it’s not to do with the injections.🤦‍♀️

Thank you for for the detailed info & demonstration on how to use the eye mask, especially the head position & temperature. I find wearing the eye mask uncomfortably hot if I 'm lying down facing the ceiling, but its ok, kinda soothing using 15 seconds to warm it up & head at about 45 degree angle.

@jollyjime2560

Жыл бұрын

Check out the USB warm eye mask.

I'm suffering with same problem thanks for ur video I'm ur new subscriber now

@Priyan0000

10 ай бұрын

R u ok now please reply 😭😭😭 I m Suffering

Just been for an eye test and was told I had this. Going to start ‘treatment’ tonight. Looking forward to getting rid of the bloodshot eyes!

Very nicely explained.

Thank you, very informative video, although it would be great if you demonstrate the squeezing technique, rather than describing it. I've seen the video, where the doctor was pinching the eye leads, but I could not even grab such small areas of skin. Not sure if its good technique either, coz she was jamming these glands between her fingers

Your instructions were more helpful than my actual eye Dr's....plus I can watch the video for more confidence in doing heat/massage. Thank you.....p.s. your accent is charming!

Pretty sure I have this definitely notice difference on/off birth control

@Priyan0000

10 ай бұрын

R u ok now please reply

You do not disclose about cornea malfunction due to persistent heat treatment on eyelids. Also eyelid massage after heat treatment on eyelids can lead to optic nerve damage

@axiomaticidioms3857

8 ай бұрын

Oh geez... That is scary.

Nice explaination and helpful

Great video. Just ordered a warm compress mask like this. I hope my meibomian glands aren't too far gone already :( was told about 3 years ago my glands look clogged up but nothing on how to treat it really or to use warm compresses. Going to order an expression tool and try to gently squeeze them also. How long does it take for them to atrophy?

Perfect explanation 👍🏻

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! 😁

Super explanation !

Thank you, I do feel relief that lasts for a few days.

Thanks so much you've given more info than my eye doctor

Wow, very well explained👏 Q: Should we use eye drops right before hot compress? Please reply

I started getting chalazions as an old lady. Later I read, and an eye doctor confirmed, that there seems to be a relation between chalazions and rosacea, which I also have. Just an interesting observation. Have you noticed this?

Good video but I really wish you had spent more time explaining the eyelid massage procedure. How long do we do it for? How much pressure is applied? Also, what temperature do we want the compress to get to? I have a USB rechargeable mask with three different heat settings.

Thnx for the amazing way of explaining . I already feel better just listening to this video 😅. It does make you feel very reassured though 👍

This is new to me ! I was told to use eye drops. Your way is a big game changer. My question , when is the best time to do this ?

@AntonioTheOptom

27 күн бұрын

I do mine before bed but any time of the day when you get the chance is good

I’ve just started doing this in the last 2 to 3 days. I’ve made my own hotpack which is just rice in a paper towel and then I wrap that in a small microfibre cloth. I find After just a few minutes I can see well again. I heat it for 40 seconds in the microwave.

A much needed video it was.. would definitely follow the tips!

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

😃😃

2X/ day. Sock heated in same way with rice in it. Put in freezer (inhibits bacterial growth) and use again as needed for 2 weeks. Then launder sock and use fresh rice. Cheap!

Love the thumbnail

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Haha

So informative! I will definitely try using hot compress on a regular basis. I gave up on wearing contacts because it’s so uncomfortable when you have dry eyes. Any tips on how to put eye drops in? I keep missing my eyes when trying to put in eye drops.

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

I am a terrible eye drop user! Hahaha so I rely on Hylo forte because the aim is easier

@tonylanda6654

3 жыл бұрын

I can't remember where I saw this video on KZread but here's what I do: hold the dropper with one hand, slightly pull down your lower eyelid from your cheek to create a little pocket, then squeeze the drop into the pocket. Boom. Easy button.

@chipmunkwarcry

2 жыл бұрын

My dad taught me to rest the bottle on the bridge of the nose to help aim the dropper above the eye. It’s been a helpful trick for me, but one of my eyes still freaks out having something so close to it

@MMohammed49

Жыл бұрын

Look at the mirror while putting the eye drops. Look at the left when putting in the right eye and aim at the white if the eye, then do the opposite for the left eye

@lindaj5492

Жыл бұрын

I lie on my back to put in drops (but not in public!). Just wonder if you’ve tried different types of lenses? There are brands that are specifically designed to allow more oxygen through, and help keep eyes hydrated.

Great video!! Thanks so much for this!

Thank you I enjoy your help. GOD BLESS you

Thank you. And I think your accent is awesome 😊

I never knew I needed you. ty

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome 😁

Thanks so much for posting this info. Very helpful.

You’re kinda talking to the converted here when it comes to OptiSoothe. I use both compress ( not a lot or near enough lately...... I know I should use it more consistently) and lid wipes ( which I use everyday...... as it’s a great way to gently wipe “sleep” and gunk away) I thing I do when using the compress is use one set of wipes before putting the compress on my lids. That way my lids are clean. It saves on the amount of time and washes of the compress needs. Then after I’ll use another two wipes on my eye lids and around the margins. Also after I do all that I’ll put one drop in each eye of Hylo-Fresh or Cromo-Fresh ( in a vain attempt to get the red out. Ha ha at my age though) ............ Oh and if people are finding it especially hard trying to buy the OptiSoothe Lid Wipes, it’s probably because I’ve bought them. Sorry but I need them............. By way Your pronunciation of shedding was fine......... Just wish an Ophthalmologist could find a cure for Blepharitis. So we all could shed the constant lid care regime............... ⚛️☮️ 👀 🌏

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the comment! 😁 seems like you have this down to an art! 👍

@axiomaticidioms3857

8 ай бұрын

My eye compress says after cleaning it can't be used for 24hrs... But it doesn't say how frequently you need to wash it. Can you tell me? I don't have the same one as in your video but it's pretty much the same.

@6Fiona6_P_6

8 ай бұрын

@@axiomaticidioms3857 Unfortunately the instructions on the box for OptiSoothe Compress doesn’t say how frequently it needs to be cleaned either ( It’d help if these companies that make these things would tell you but they don’t as it would appear) And the same instruction applies to OptiSoothe. That after cleaning it has to air out and dry for 24 hours before it can be used again. Maybe you could try to send an email to the company who made your compress to ask them how frequently they recommend that you should clean it… 👀….. ⚛️☮️🌏

Antonio, can you please demonstrate the lid massage in detail ? Thanks

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

Sure I’ll consider it😁

My doctor told me to just do 10m heat and then blink 10 times instead of doing massages which he says can be bad for the cornea. What is your view? Also, he said I don't have demodex so I can just clean my eyelids once or twice a week with jj soap.

@axiomaticidioms3857

8 ай бұрын

Does it work?

Thanks. Will definitely try!

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

Tell me how it goes!

@tillanienaber3081

3 жыл бұрын

@@AntonioTheOptom Sure, shall do.

@Priyan0000

10 ай бұрын

​@@tillanienaber3081R u ok now please reply😭🥺😭🥺 I m suffering😭😭😭

Hi Antonio, how long should I do the manual massage after the warm compress? I tend to massage down on my upper eyelid 20 times, and then up on my lower eyelid 20 times, which takes about 30 seconds in total per eye. Thanks!

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

That’s sound good enough already! Keep up the good work!

@jbflight405617

3 жыл бұрын

@@AntonioTheOptom Thanks! One more question: I clean my eyelids with baby shampoo twice a day... when I do so, I just lather up the shampoo in my hands and then gently rub it on my eyelids and then almost immediately rinse it off. Is that acceptable? And what sequence should I be performing all these steps in? Warm compress, then massage, and then the shampoo?

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

@@jbflight405617 baby shampoo is to kill the bugs living on the lashes. Do this first and you can use alternatives like SteriLid that basically serves the same function.

@jbflight405617

3 жыл бұрын

@@AntonioTheOptom Thanks very much!

Thank you for this video! How can I find your diet video, please?

@leyniaLip

2 ай бұрын

Oh, never mind. I subscribed and then went to your compilation of vids.

Thank you so much

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

No worries! 👍

Hi..thanks for the video…my eyes are so itchy and painful on the corner…my optometrist suggest to do warm compress and I bought the same product, how long can I do this warm compress…is it safe to do daily .?

i love u, i hope this clears my MGD

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

I hope it does too!

@mrinvestor1932

Жыл бұрын

Are you still suffering

Very helpful, thank you

Nice presentation. 👍

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

😁😁

After recently watching your video on RHEUM (THANKS, Doc! 👍), this info may help me and my eyes now of a certain age! 😏

Do you recommend washing your eyes with water? And do your recommend frequent use of preservative eye drops for dry eyes?

thank you so much for this video

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome! 👍

thank you so much. I needed this.

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

you're welcome!

Thank you for this!!!

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome 😁

Amazing thank you 🙏

Thank you!

Can you please do a video on detoxing eyes

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

What sort of detox?

@powerspan

3 жыл бұрын

@@AntonioTheOptom how to whiten eyes naturally or any treatment required

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

@@powerspan good idea!

thank you

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

You’re welcome!

I started using an oil on my eyes about 3 months ago and I just realized my eyes are uncomfortable and dry all day so I looked at them and notice the glands are blocked badly on both eyes. Will this technique help fix that or do I need to see a dr and if so what would they do? I stopped using the oil but don’t know if it’ll stay that way for good? Thank you!

@AngelaLovesJesus-qr4ig

Жыл бұрын

I’m in a similar situation because of tretinojn. Any luck?

@Priyan0000

10 ай бұрын

R u ok now please reply😭🥺😭🥺 I m suffering😭😭

What's the green version for? What am awesome video! I'll use coffee bags, nexus I'm cooler than tea bags. :)

@AntonioTheOptom

Жыл бұрын

Green version is an eyelid wipe for things like anterior blepharitis

FANTASTIC!!!

Amazing explanation! I was diagnosed by my eye doc with blepharitis after I got eyelash extensions once and had to take them off because my eyes were rly bothered :( still having problems ~ 2 months later with eyelid swelling. I see no flakes so it’s probably posterior bleph right?

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

Lash extensions can cause both! For anterior bleph I would recommend lid wipes and posterior hot compresses! 😃

@KellyRobinson

3 жыл бұрын

@@AntonioTheOptom is twice a day too much for hot compress?

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

@@KellyRobinson not at all! But I worry about the consistency because doing it twice a day every single day can get quite demanding

@KellyRobinson

3 жыл бұрын

@@AntonioTheOptom thanks for your responses!!

@mrmorales408

3 жыл бұрын

Kelly R have you found a cure yet? Did tbe compresses work for you? I had the same with my eyes and 1st time lash extensions from Halloween 2020. Tried eye dr and antibiotics. No changes. I ordered a myobelium gland expression tool. I finally got it today. I'm going to try it!

I have suffered upper eyelids sweeling before 8 month please tell me treatment

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

The treatment is to get it checked out 😂

Thanks a lot GOD 🙏 bless you Tc

Do u recommend using a IR powered rechargeable warm compress as opposed to traditional microwaveable? Which is healthier in long run? Does IR usage long run causes cataracts?

@AntonioTheOptom

3 жыл бұрын

IR powered rechargeable ones sound great! Infra red has less energy than visible light so I think it should be okay 😂

how long should i do warm compress on the eye? can i do it as a part of my everyday routine? thank you in advance..

Thank you Sir ♥️

super explanation😍😋

Can you use hot compress if you had cataract surgery?

I am not sure why we need to warm the area surrounding the eyes. The heat closest to the Meibomian glands works best and the rest can just damage your skin.

Question ⁉️ Can I do warm compresses with a bandage contact lense in place? I have RCE and control my erosions with a continuous BCL in my eye; changed every 8 weeks. Any help would be greatly appreciated 🙂 . Liverpool UK

Can using eye drops for ocular hypertension cause this condition?

Can warm compresses still work if your glands have capped/atrophied?