Dra. Karina Marian Rayas Covarrubias
Humans have more or less 50 glands on each superior and inferior edge of our eyelids; therefore, it is frequent that one or more can be affected simultaneously, making it seem like the original lesion never resolved.
Which factor can favor their emergence?
There are certain differences that depend on location, the affected gland, chronicity, and if there is a bacterial infection present.
It is a red and painful bump that grows at the eyelash base or inside the eyelid. Styes are caused by inflammation of the Zeiss or Moll glands. A bacterial infection causes most.
Blepharitis (inflammation and irritation at the edge of the eyelids) can precede these lesions.
There are two types:
External: Similar to a pimple. It starts at the base of the eyelash, and an infection of this follicle can cause it.
Internal: It grows on the inside of the eyelid. It is caused by an infection of the grease producing gland in the eyelid.
SYMPTOMS
It is a little bump on the eyelid that can either be slightly painful or not painful at all. It occurs when one of the meibomian glands becomes blocked. It can originate from an internal stye where the infectious process began, and the fat remains encapsulated.
SYMPTOMS
What is the difference?
The stye is usually acute, sudden, painful, and red while the chalazion is mostly painless, there is no redness, and it is a chronic condition.
What should I do if I have either?
Visit your Ophthalmologist to determine the proper diagnosis, correct and prompt management.
The treatment includes:
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