How to get rid of a stye?

Question

Hi doctor,

I went to bed about a week ago and woke up and saw that I developed some type of a stye in the eye. But I am not very sure. I do not know what it is. It is still about the same size. What to do?

Answer 1

Hi,

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You have not mentioned the site of the lesion. Probably it is present on the inner side of the eyelid. And based on your details, the Differential diagnosis are:

Stye.
Chalazion.
Nonspecific blepharitis.

Stye - So basically, it could be a superficial bacterial infection in the eyelid. Usually, a stye like lesion heals in a week without any specific treatment, and pain is present in stye.

Chalazion - In chalazion, pain is not present and it can remain for more than a week.

So, you should consult a nearby ophthalmologist for examination of the lesion. If it is stye or chalazion, then in the eyelid, a red lesion will be present. Mostly you will be given a topical antibiotic ointment along with topical antibiotic drops.

I suggest you try doing the following:

A warm compress can be applied to the eye for three to four times a day, for better drainage of such lesion and for soothing.
Do not wear contact lenses for few days.
When you travel, wear sunglasses.
If the pain is more, then I suggest taking Ibuprofen.

With keeping all this in mind, consult a nearby ophthalmologist for examination.

I hope your concern is solved. Take care.