Question 1

hard, small, white bump in inner corner of eye, no head, will not pop or go away, been there for about 6 weeks, no visible head, what is this?

Accepted Answer

Growth on eye: This small white bump may represent a small cyst or blister.  In this case, there is nothing to do about it as long as it's not bothering you.  This also may represent a normal structure on your eye.  If it persists, have an ophthalmologist evaluate it.

Question 2

what to do if i have this small white bump in the corner of my eye, what is it?

Accepted Answer

White bump: The white bump on your eyelid may either be a chalazion or stye. Either condition is benign but see your doctor for treatment.

Question 3

i have a small white bump in the corner of my eye, if styes are red, then what can this be? how do i get rid of it? thank you.

Accepted Answer

White bump: A sty is an infection at the base of an eye lash.It is on the eyelid.You can get cystic lesions on the lids looking like white bumps.On the eye itself in that location,the most common white bump would be a benign lesion called pingueculum.

Question 4

i have a small white bump in the corner of my eye, on the inner lining of my upper eyelid. it's a bit painful and uncomfortable. how do i get rid of it?

Accepted Answer

Stye: this is most likely a stye or infected oil gland in your eye. Usually resolves on its own but you may apply warm compress 3-4 times a day for 10-15 min at a time. See your eye doctor is there's no improvement.

Question 5

i have a small white bump under my eye close to the inside corner of my eye. been there for quite some time. any ideas?

Accepted Answer

Various causes: This is a common question that really does not have a very specific answer without an exam. Bumps come in many forms, many are benign, &amp; a few are concerning for possible malignancy. It benefits you greatly to have it checked out so that you don't just "wonder" what it is. More importantly, if it is unusual, then treatment can be instituted.

Question 6

i have a white bump in corner of my eye, what is it?

Accepted Answer

White bump: White bumps in the corner of the eye most often is due to a clogged gland: most often a meibomian gland at base of eyelash which causes a sty; or sweat or sebaceous gland). Clogging often due to the normal bacteria of our body getting into the glands (blepharitis). This can also cause the eyelids to get stuck together. See eyedoc2020.Blogspot.Com for more info.

Question 7

i have a white bump in the corner of my eye, towards my nose, that is causing my eye to be blood shot, itchy and uncomfortable...what can i do?

Accepted Answer

More information : More information would be helpful. If the lesion is over the sclera (white part of eye), it could be an inflamed pinguecula. Can be caused by extended sun exposure. Treatments vary from artificial tears to anti-inflammatory prescriptions.

Question 8

what could this small white bump under left eye be?

Accepted Answer

Lump under left eye: Send a photo or consult with us: could be a stye/chalazion or a cyst. Do you have any history of smoking or cancer? Let us know to help you better.

Question 9

there is a small white bump/dot under my eye. what is it and can i cut it off?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: If the dot is on the skin then it might be a sebaceous cyst.

Question 10

i have a small white bump on the bottom of my eye on the inside where it touches the eyeball, what is this?

Accepted Answer

Many things: This could be many different things, there is no way to tell without examination.

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Hard, small, white bump in inner corner of eye, no head, will not pop or go away, been there for about 6 weeks, no visible head, what is this?

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What to do if i have this small white bump in the corner of my eye, what is it?

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I have a small white bump in the corner of my eye, if styes are red, then what can this be? how do i get rid of it? thank you.

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I have a small white bump in the corner of my eye, on the inner lining of my upper eyelid. it's a bit painful and uncomfortable. how do i get rid of it?

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I have a small white bump under my eye close to the inside corner of my eye. been there for quite some time. any ideas?

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I have a white bump in corner of my eye, what is it?

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I have a white bump in the corner of my eye, towards my nose, that is causing my eye to be blood shot, itchy and uncomfortable...what can i do?

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What could this small white bump under left eye be?

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There is a small white bump/dot under my eye. what is it and can i cut it off?

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I have a small white bump on the bottom of my eye on the inside where it touches the eyeball, what is this?

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