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This article is from the Vision and Eye
Care FAQ, by grants@research.canon.com.au (Grant Sayer) with
numerous contributions by others.
4.4 Eyelid Problems
Styes are common eyelid problems and are a type of "boil" involving an eyelash
follicle. There is generally a tense swelling with redness and pain, until the
abscess escapes. Application of local heat, using a compress can assist in
easing the pain and bring the stye more quickly to a "head".
Internal stye, tarsal cyst or chalazion is a chronic granuloma of the
Meibomain gland of the eyelid. This manifests as a small hard spherical
lump within the eyelid, often easily felt but not seen. Treatment varies,
depending on the size and/or associated discomfort which may be caused by
the swelling of the eyelid.
Other common eyelid problems include blepharatis, which is a kind of
"dandruff" of the eyelid margin. The eyelid margins are red-rimmed with
flakes and scales among the eyelashes. Burning discomfort and itching
comes and goes. Treatment involves cleansing of the eyelid margin,
using sterile wipes or eye ointments.
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