Styes

A stye is known as a hordeolum and a very common condition that affects many people. They are swollen red lumps that form along the edge of your eyelid and very close to the lashes. They can sometimes occur inside or under the eyelid as well.

Styes are usually a minor annoyance and only need home treatment. Some situations do require a consultation with your doctor. There are two types of styes, depending on where they are located. The external styes are located at the base of an eyelash follicle and the internal is found in the oil glands.

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