STYES

A stye usually rises close to the edge of one of the eyelids and it is a small red, sore bump.

Styes can be caused by an eyelash follicle which has become inflamed or if there is a backup of oil in a gland. Styes can be uncomfortable. 

CHALAZIA

A chalazion is a cyst near the eyelid caused when an oil producing gland becomes swollen and oil clogs up the opening.

Chalazia typically develop more slowly over time. Chalazia are often located further from the eyelid’s edge and is usually larger than a stye.

TREATMENT OPTIONS

Treatment options can vary depend on the several factors. Your ophthalmologist will recommend a treatment plan to help resolve your stye or chalazion. Treatment options include:

• WARM COMPRESSES

• STEROID DROPS OR ANTIBIOTIC OINTMENT

• STEROID INJECTION

• DRAINAGE OF THE CYST

• EXCISION TO REMOVE THE BLOCKED OIL GLAND

NOTE: Both drainage and excision are minor in office procedures. Your ophthalmologist will recommend the least invasive options as a first line of treatment.

NEVER TRY TO SQUEEZE
A STYE OR CHALAZION