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Is it possible for me to go to school with a stye?
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Yes: Stye is a localized infection of eyelash follicle gland ; is not really contagious. (similar to an acne pimple.
Answered 11/17/2013
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Stye: Yes . Hygiene is important. Keep hand washed is touching eyes as other could be infected if there is discharge . Good idea to wear dark glasses.
Answered 11/30/2016
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