I am on a topical antibiotic for my eye. i have now developed 2 styes, same eye. the stye on my lower lid has a swollen pouch under it, what is it?

Compress: Try to use warm compress and don't touch ur eye without washing your hands. Keep using topical antibiotics, if doing this for 48 hours doesn't show any improvement or if it is getting worse then see a doc.

Stye / Chalazia: The swollen pouch of the lower lid is probably an accumulation of fluid that settles in that area due to gravity. It can take some time to resolve. Heat definitely helps styes to resolve, but may temporarily increase swelling. Sometimes if it is tender, you might have to use a cool compress or ice on the area to help reduce inflammation. Ophthalmic ointment antibiotics may work better than drops.

Hordeolum: Hordeolum is a plugged up mucous gland that is causing the swollen pouch. Warm compresses & antibiotics, both topical & by mouth may be necessary to treat your condition. Sometimes surgery is necessary to totally eradicate this pouch if antibiotics & warm compresses don't do the job. An eye doctor can make the best call for adequate treatment.