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Hello, i have had some irritation going on on my eyelid for the past 24-48 hrs. i was guessing that it was the begging of a stye so i started with hot compresses today. moments ago i discovered that there is a bump inside of my eyelid. it is itchy and sor

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Chalazion: If the lump is in the middle of the eyelid and not on the edge, it is likely a chalazion caused by a blocked tear duct. Hot compresses may do the job, but I prefer that an ophthalmologist examine you for diagnosis and definitive treatment as chalazions can recur if partially treated.

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 4/10/2019

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A member asked:

Hello, i have had some irritation going on on my eyelid for the past 24-48 hrs. i was guessing that it was the begging of a stye so i started with hot compresses today. moments ago i discovered that there is a bump inside of my eyelid. it is itchy and sor

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Rhoads and 3 doctors agreed

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