How is a Chalazion or Stye Treated?
A chalazion or stye may resolve on its own. If this does not occur, your doctor may prescribe one or more of the following: Using warm compresses – Place a clean washcloth that has been soaked in hot water on your closed eyelids for 5-10 minutes, repeating 3-4 times per day. You should repeatedly soak the cloth in hot water to maintain the temperature. When the granule opens, you may notice increased discharge. Antibiotic ointment – Using a clean fingertip or cotton swab, apply a small amount of antibiotic ointment to the stye or chalazion (if the chalazion has been infected by bacteria). Steroid injections – An injection of a steroid such as cortisone may be used to reduce the inflammation in a chalazion. Surgical removal – If a stye or chalazion does not respond to other treatments, your doctor may surgically drain it. This would be done on an outpatient basis in the office. Both styes and chalazia normally respond well to treatment. Normally, a stye will resolve itself after a few d
