Portland, OR
A female asked:
can i wear new mascara on my upper eyelashes when my internal stye is under my lower eyelid?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. John Munshoweranswered
Family Medicine 30 years experience
Best to avoid it: With a stye, on top or bottom, it is best to avoid all eye make-up as blinking can transfer some meds to the lower lid easy enough and may worsen the area, etc. Get treated, then once resolved, you can start wearing make-up as instructed by you Dr. best wishes.
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