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A member asked:
Can u use a tiny bit of listerine on a q-tip to resolve a stye/ infection on your lid?
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Stye / infection: A stye is a blocked or infected oil gland in the eyelid. They usually respond to using warm compresses a few times a day (a warm, clean wash rag applied over the closed eye for 5-10 minutes). Heat may temporarily increase swelling. If the lid is extremely tender or diffusely swollen it is probably infected and antibiotics (including oral antibiotics) might be needed.
Answered 2/6/2016
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