Stye (Hordeola)

What are Styes (Hordeola) โ“

 An infection of the edge of the eyelid

 Causes: usually bacteria such as staphylococcus ๐Ÿฆ 


What are the Symptoms of a Stye โ“

 Painful/tender eyelid swelling ๐Ÿ’ข

 Watery eye ๐Ÿ’ง


How do you Diagnose a Stye โ“

 Medical assessment ๐Ÿ“‹


How do you Treat a Stye โ“

 Self-care: warm eyelid compresses

Avoiding makeup/contact lenses

Good eyelid hygiene ๐Ÿงผ

 An eyelash may be plucked to allow drainage

 The stye can rupture/drain itself


Why should I Worry about a Stye โ“

The infection can sometimes spread & worsen ๐Ÿ‘€

 Incision and drainage procedure (by a professional) may be needed ๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ

 Can reoccur if there is an underlying condition


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