How long should i wait before going to the doctor about a sty? i've had mine for a week and a half and it's just getting bigger. no pain though.

Try self treatment: Early styes are usually tender to the touch but frequently don't hurt until they get larger. You can help avoid this with application of heat: use a wash cloth under very warm but not hot water, wring it out a little,, and hold it on the closed lids for 4 minutes - do this about 5 times per day and in most cases this will cause it to melt away. Only if it gets really big with pain does a doc ne