Styes & Chalazia Care
Understanding the causes
Overview & Causes
Styes (hordeola) and chalazia are painful, unsightly bumps along the eyelid caused by clogged oil glands or localized bacterial infections.
Styes (Hordeola)
Acute, tender infections near the base of the eyelashes or inside an eyelid gland.
Chalazia
Firm, non-tender lumps that form when a blocked Meibomian oil gland causes localized inflammation.
Our approach
Treatment Progression
1
First-Line Home Care
Warm Compresses & Lid Scrubs
Melts hardened oils and clears bacterial buildup along the lash line.
2
Medical Therapy
Prescription Drops & Ointments
Topical antibiotics or steroid drops to reduce infection and inflammation.
3
In-Office Procedure
In-Office Drainage / Steroid Injection
Minor procedure performed in office to drain persistent chalazia or reduce chronic swelling.
Board-certified expertise
