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A member asked:
I have been getting styes. can they be an allergic reaction to something? i got the first one while i was on a retreat
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Not allergic in: origin but may be because of poor kid hygiene or blepharitis. Use warm compresses for 15 mins. 4 times a day, and have your kids checked by your eye doctor. The oil glands need attention! You may have a poor tear film and dry eyes if you don't take care of it. Treat it, and it'll go away! If not, get help soon.
Answered 10/28/2015
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Probably not: We don't know the actual change in your body that will cause it to make styes. Some suggest a change in immunity, or hormones or biochemistry. But there is no proof. Styes are a sort of random occurrence. Check with your ophthalmologist about how to treat them and minimize the occurrence.
Answered 7/2/2015
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