STYE

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Definition: Stye is a localized inflammatory swelling of a gland in the upper or lower eyelid.

SYMPTOMS

• May have localized redness and swelling of eyelid
• Is usually painful and tender to touch

SELF-TREATMENT

1. Apply warm compress to affected eyelid for 10-15 minutes 4 times a day. (This treatment helps relieve pain and inflammation and promotes drainage of abscess).
2. Tylenol or Advil for discomfort.
3. Do NOT try to "pop" it-it is not a pimple!

HEALTH SERVICE VISIT RECOMMENDED IF

1. Self-treatment not effective.
2. Notice excessive tearing, redness of white part of eye (sclera), or eye lashes become crusted/matted together