How to treat a stye
Disease description:
There is a small bump on my eye area, and the doctor said it's a stye. I would like to know what to do if I have a stye.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Shuai
"Chalazion" usually refers to meibomitis, commonly known as a stye, which is an acute or chronic inflammation of the glands at the edge of the eyelid. Below are some management suggestions:
1. Warm compress: Gently apply a warm, moist towel to the affected area several times daily for about 15 minutes each time. This can help reduce swelling and promote drainage of pus.
2. Avoid squeezing: Never squeeze the affected area with your hands, as this may cause the infection to spread to surrounding tissues.
3. Topical medication: If the pain is not severe, antibiotic eye ointment or eye drops, such as erythromycin eye ointment recommended by a physician, may be applied.
4. Hygiene practices: Keep the eyes clean, avoid contact with cosmetics on the affected area, and prevent worsening bacterial infection.
5. Systemic treatment: If symptoms are severe or persist, oral antibiotics may be required to control the infection.
Note: Seek medical attention promptly if the lump increases in size, pain intensifies, suppuration occurs, or fever develops.
