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Styes

A stye is a red, tender bump on the eyelid that appears when an oil gland at the base of an eyelash becomes clogged.


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What to do About Styes
Red, swollen, itchy lump on eyelid Symptoms can usually be treated at home. If symptoms persist, you should call your doctor for advice.
Lump on eyelid that isn’t painful Symptoms may be treated at home or they may require a visit to your doctor. Usually you and your doctor need to share additional information about your condition to decide what is best for you.
Fever, eye pain, redness/swelling over entire lid Symptoms may be treated at home or they may require a visit to your doctor. Usually you and your doctor need to share additional information about your condition to decide what is best for you. 
Stye that persists and remains painful for 1 to 2 weeks Symptoms need to be evaluated by a doctor. When you call to make an appointment, your doctor will help you determine how soon you need to be seen.
Stye that returns Symptoms need to be evaluated by a doctor. When you call to make an appointment, your doctor will help you determine how soon you need to be seen.
Vision problems Symptoms in this category are serious and should usually be seen within 2 hours. Depending on your health insurance, you may choose to call your doctor to determine if you should be seen in the doctor’s office, in an urgent care center, or in an emergency room.

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