Blepharitis and styes can be a source of discomfort, irritation and embarrassment for those who suffer from them. This article provides an overview on these conditions: the causes, symptoms and treatments available to sufferers. It aims to provide readers with...
Chalazion are small, raised bumps on your eyelid. They are caused by a blocked oil gland. Symptoms include redness and swelling of the eyelid, as well as pain and tenderness when touched. Although chalazia can often resolve on their own, they can be quite...
How do eyelids get infected? You have a lid which protects your eye from debris or injury. Your eyelid has short curving lashes and is attached by a short hair follicle to the lid. Typically, this follicle contains an oil gland. The enlarged oil glands may irritate or...
Chalazion treatments and more. Chalazion is a common eye condition characterized by the presence of an inflamed, swollen bump on the eyelid. It is typically caused by blockage of one or more of the glands in the eyelid. While chalazia can be uncomfortable and may...
What is eye pain? Eye pain can be sharp, aching or throbbing, and can affect one or both eyes. Eye pain is more serious than the simple irritation one feels from a piece of dirt or small foreign object in the eye. In such cases, discomfort disappears once the foreign...
Bump in eyelid is often painful or irritating, but are typically harmless. Though bumps can disappear easily, small home treatments can help speed healing. Lashes protects the eyes against small objects which may irritate the eye. The oil gland in the eyelid keeps...