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I have an internal sty in my left eye, it's really inflammed and sore around the eye, is there anything i can do to speed up the process?

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Dr. Marsha Davis answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Warm: Compresses but may require a visit to eye dr.

Answered 3/21/2014

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Stye advice : Try very warm compresses 2-4 times per day for 10' a time followed by gentle massages to the eye lid may help the backed-up oil gland secretions to drain. Usually this technique resolves the swelling and the stye should resolve within a week. However, if the swelling and pain increases, seek help from an eye md.

Answered 4/7/2014

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Dr. answered

Warm compresses: Apply warm compresses three times a day and gently massage around the swelling. If it worsens see your doctor as you may need antibiotics or incision and drainage of the stye

Answered 1/3/2017

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