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Mam pls help to get rid of my chalazion or sty..tnx pls reply po?

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Basic treatments: Warm compresses may be helpful. Hold a very warm, wet towel on the eyelid for five to 10 minutes, four times a day, to reduce swelling and promote drainage of the gland. Although the towel and the water should be clean, they need not be sterile. Lightly massage the area several times a day to help express the oil clogging the gland. Do not try to 'pop' it. See eye doctor if it persists too long.

Answered 4/2/2016

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Dr. Susan Rhoads answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Warm compresses: Warm compresses for 20 to 30 minutes every 1 to 4 hours is often the only treatment needed for a sty on the eyelid. If you have fever, spreading redness, or the skin is hot, see a doctor. Rarely, antibiotics may be needed. So if it is not better in 2 or 3 days, see your doc. Avoiding dust, frequent rubbing of the eyelids, & using hypoallergenic products /cosmetics may zprevent sty formation.

Answered 7/28/2014

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