They are the same: A stye is a clogged mucous producing gland in either the upper or lower eyelid.
Answered 11/24/2016
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MayB one of the same: They are on of the same, and pain is the usual distinguishing factor between styes, chalazion and epidermal inclusion cysts, milia. Furthermore, the appearance of the eyelid is often more reddened from the inflammation. Whether you are referring to a blocked lash oil gland or a meibomian gland, a warm compress routine generally will be sufficient to provide gradual relief and resolution.
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