Overview
A Chalazion, also called eyelid cyst or a meibomian cyst, refers to a red bump on the eyelid. It forms when an oil gland becomes blocked. Chalazion may be painful, but after sometimes it doesn’t hurt. In most cases, it forms on the upper eyelids. Mostly, adults are affected by this condition. A number of treatments are available to treat Chalazion. Your doctor can help you determine the most suitable treatment option for you.
Causes
"Chalazia may develop due something blocks a tiny oil gland in the eyelid. The job of these glands is to keep the eye moist. When a gland is blocked it starts retaining oil and swells. As a result, the fluid will drain, and a hard lump on the eyelid is formed. Other causes of Chalazia are:
• Rosacea
• Chronic blepharitis, eyelid inflammation
• Seborrheic dermatitis
• Tuberculosis
• Viral infections
Symptoms
"Here are some of the common symptoms of chalazion:
• Painless bump in your eyelid
• Mild irritation, watery eyes
• Blurred vision from larger chalazia
Treatment
While in most cases you can treat this condition at home, you need to see an eye specialist if this condition does not go away in a month or so. The chalazion may require having the fluid drained via a small incision. An injection of steroids may be used in order to lessen swelling and inflammation.
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