If you notice a lump or bump on your eyelid, it is a swollen and painless lump on the eyelid.
The eyelid has a tiny gland that produces an oily substance to moisturize the eye. When one of these glands becomes blocked, a chalazion develops.
In a large percentage of clinical cases, it is treated at home. It usually disappears in a month or less.
It is not allowed to squeeze a chalazion - with manual mechanical irritation, the risk of inflammation and infection increases significantly. It is recommended to soak a clean cloth in warm water and apply it to the affected eye for 15 minutes. Repeat this procedure at least three times a day to open the blocked sebaceous glands.
Do not use eye cosmetics while you have a chalazion.
Do not touch your eyes frequently, especially when your hands are not washed with soap and water.
If a chalazion does not heal with home treatment or if the condition becomes chronic, you should see a doctor.
The following types of procedures will be performed at the clinic:
• The doctor will examine your general health and medical history;
• Examine the eye, eyelid, eyelashes, and skin texture;
• Assess the condition of the eyelid, the level of gland blockage, etc.
Drainage of the fluid will be performed. Steroid injections may also be necessary to reduce swelling and inflammation.
Source:
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17657-chalazion
