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A member asked:
I believe i have a chalazion. i want to pop it in the shower after i've been in there for a while so the steam can make the puss inside easier to come out. then i'll clean it after with soap. do you think thats safe?
7 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Don't pop it!: Popping can force germs into the eyelid farther. Do use hot compresses for 30 min at a time, with an hour off between) and this may cause it to drain. If it is no better after 3 days, or gets a lot worse, or if you have increasing redness, swelling of the eyelid, or fever, or blurry vision, get seen right away at your doc, an UC or an ER.
Answered 7/1/2018
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Chalazion: Please don't pop it - you can damage the delicate tissues. Continue to use warm compresses and avoid the temptation.
Answered 6/20/2020
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