A 39-year-old male asked:
2days ago i woke up with a bump on lower lid and redness on eyelid. now my under eye is swollen puffy and red. classic stye progression?
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Dr. Steve Choi answered
21 years experience Family Medicine
Yes: Given the timing of the symptoms, most likely it is a stye and not a chalazion. Continue using wash compresses as much as possible. It the pain or swelling worsens, then a topical or oral antibiotic may be required.
Answered on Mar 7, 2019
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