Stye
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}} A stye (also spelled sty) is an inflammation of the sebaceous glands at the base of the eyelashes. They are harmless but can be very painful. They are generally caused by a Staphylococcus bacteria infection. They are particularly common in infants.
The stye may form on either the inside or the outside of the eyelid.
- An external stye (external hordeolum) will show as a tender, red swelling on the edge of the eyelid and will tend to drain itself quickly.
- An internal stye (internal hordeolum) will also be tender and may show external red swelling. Internal styes often take longer to heal because the abscess cannot drain as easily. These types of styes can also cause blurred vision and irritation.
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Treatment and management
Most styes will drain on their own though this may be accelerated with a hot or warm compress. Medical professionals advise that patients not attempt to squeeze or apply excessive pressure to styes.
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See also
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