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1 TheraLife Eye capsules to restore and revive your tear production
2. Omega -3 fish oil – anti-inflammatory, lubrication to thicken your tears
3. Hot compress to melt blockages in your oil glands
4. Avenova eyelid cleanser for lid hygiene- vital for recovery
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Why Does TheTheraLife Protocol Work for hardened chalazion?
Chalazion is caused by blocked meibomian oil glands located on your eye lids. This is called Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD). The root cause of chalazion is chronic dry eyes. Therefore in order to get rid of chalazion it is vital to treat dry eyes at the same time.
TheraLife approach this problem using a combination of therapies that work together to get you fast and complete recovery.
- TheraLife Eye Capsules – to treat dry eyes from inside out. Increase tear production, reduce inflammation and stop chalazion
- Omega 3 fish oil – strongly anti inflammatory, and provide lubrication to allow eyes to recover from dry eye irritation
- Warm compress – heat to melt the clogs in the oil glands, plus massage to get the debri out.
- Eyelid Cleanser – critical eyelid hygiene for recovery, prevent bacterial rebound onto the eyelids.
Customer Story
I was having painful hardened chalazion just about every month. My eye doctor recommended cleaning my eye lids with baby shampoo.
My lids are red and swollen, my vision became blurry, light sensitive.
I found TheraLIfe on the internet and ordered the Chalazion Starter Kit.
Withjn one week, my eye lids are no longer red and swollen, and I have not had any chalazion for the last 3 months.
Dr. Yang works with me to make sure I am getting results. So happy to have found TheraLife.
D.Binder – Canada
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What is a hardened chalazion?
A chalazion (pronounced ka-LAY-zee-un), also known as a meibomian cyst, is a type of fluid-filled bump on the upper or lower eyelid.
Chalazia (plural of chalazion) are sometimes confused with styes.
A chalazion is a firm, painless lump that develops within the eyelid when a meibomian gland becomes obstructed or blocked.
A stye is basically an infectious abscess of the eyelid and typically occurs when an oil gland at the edge of the eyelid.
Having lumps on your eyelids can cause some serious problems, but they’re painful, uncomfortable and often frequent.
An eyelid cyst is commonly seen when patients consult their doctor.
The eye cyst may also be termed chalazia or Styes.
A stye, medically referred to as a hordeolum, is a bump in the eyelid that occurs when an oil gland becomes infected.
It is like a small abscess or “boil” on the edge of the eyelid.
A chalazion is an accumulation of material in the eyelid as a result of a blocked oil gland.
Most chalazia and styes resolve by themselves within several days to a week, but sometimes can take months to completely disappear without proper treatment.
Tell me the meaning of a hardened Chalazion?
A chalazion is a small bump in the eyelid caused by a blockage of a tiny oil gland.
A chalazion is a slowly developing lump that forms due to blockage and swelling of meibomian gland in the eyelid.
A chalazion often starts out as a very small, red, tender, swollen area of the eyelid and is generally not an infection.
Chalazions occur on the lower lids of the eyelids due to blocked glands.
The blocked tunnel becomes swollen, expandable and distended and can cause infections on the surrounding layers of the skin.
There can be many symptoms from swollen eyes and red eyes to a painful sneezing and mucky discharge from the glands blocking the hair.
Is hardened chalazion a stye?
Chalazia are not Styes.
Chalazia are forms of Stye.
What is a stye?
Stye can cause glands to expand.
Styes have been known for causing a headache.
What is a hardened chalazion?
Chalazion tends to be less painful and can be found farther away from the eyelids.
A stye produces a red, swollen, painful lump on the edge or the inside of the eyelid and usually occurs closer to the surface of the eyelid than chalazion.
A stye is an infection in the root of an eyelash.
The infection causes a tender red lump on the edge of the eyelid.
The infection can spread until the whole eyelid becomes red and inflamed.
If left untreated, a stye can result in the formation of a chalazion.
Do not attempt to squeeze or drain the chalazion as it may require treatment for proper healing.
How long will I have a hardened chalazion?
A chalazion can be healed within one to two weeks by properly managing home care. Depending on the condition, healing may last four weeks.
What causes hardened chalazion?
The Chalazion occurs when some things block the tiny oils gland on the eyelid.
This gland helps maintain a healthy eye. moisture balance.
The gland is blocked and starts to swell up and retain oils in its walls.
In time, this fluid drains, and there is usually an irritation to the eyelid.
Some additional causes of chalazia are:
- Rosacea (a skin condition that causes redness and acne).
- Chronic blepharitis , eyelid inflammation (redness, swelling and irritation).
- Seborrheic dermatitis (red, dry, flaky and itchy skin).
- Tuberculosis (TB) .
- Viral infections
Symptoms of a hardened chalazion
Painless bump or lump in the upper eyelid or, less frequently, in the lower eyelid.
Caused by a thickening of the fluid in the oil (meibomian) glands of the eyelid.
Tearing and mild irritation may result as the obstructed glands are needed for healthy tears.
Blurred vision, if the chalazion is large enough to press against the eyeball.
Tearing and mild irritation may result as the obstructed glands are needed for healthy tears.
Blurred vision is a typical dry eye symptom.
Causes & risk factors of hardened chalazion
- Acne rosacea.
- Chronic blepharitis (inflammation of the eyelids, often from excess bacteria).
- Seborrhea.
- Tuberculosis.
- Viral infection.
- Rarely chalazions may be an indication of an infection or skin cancer.
Diagnosis of hardened chalazion
A chalazion usually forms on the upper eyelids but may occasionally form on the lower lid.
A chazion will usually be identified by an eye doctor who is available for advice on treatments.
Tests are possible for a variety of reasons.
How is hardened chalazion diagnosed?
Generally you should see an eye surgeon when undergoing chalaziosis.
You eye doctor can look at the condition and suggest treatments for the patient.
Necessary testing might include:
- Patient history to determine symptoms and the presence of any general health problems that may be contributing to the eye problem.
- External examination of the eye, including lid structure, skin texture and eyelash appearance.
- Evaluation of the lid margins, base of the eyelashes and oil gland openings using bright light and magnification.
How do you treat a hardened chalazion?
It is common for a difficulty to go away.
Most chalazia will disappear within a few weeks to one month.
For treatment, however, it may take some time to see an eye specialist and it may take longer to get rid of it.
It’s possible that chalazion fluid must be drained through small incisions.
It is often necessary to inject steroids into your body as well as your gastrointestinal system.
Warm compresses for hardened chalazion
Warm compresses over the affected area can promote drainage of the blocked gland (see our protocol for warm compresses below).
Anti-inflammatory eye drops, ointments or an injection into the bump may be needed if traditional non-invasive treatments are ineffective.
Antibiotics
Oral antibiotics may also be used.
If the chalazion does not drain, STOP.
You have done the best you can do.
It is highly unlikely that medical treatment will work for this problem.
Surgery
The lesion needs to be surgically excised (not just drained), injected with a steroid, or both.
NOTE – Do not use hot tea bags or boiling water washcloths.
They rarely work for a stubborn chalazion.
They can also cause second or third degree burns.
To put in eyedrops or ointment:
Tilt your head back, and pull your lower lid down with one finger.
Drop or squirt the medicine inside the lower lid.
Close your eye for 30 to 60 seconds to let the drops or ointment move around.
Do not touch the ointment or dropper tip to your eyelashes or any other surface.
Massaging hardened chalazion
You should use your fingers to apply pressure to the cyst, massaging upwards if it is on the lower lid, or downwards if it is on the upper lid.
Your aim is to get the infected or stagnant contents to discharge onto the surface so that you can wipe them away.
The discharge can be green, grey, white or bloodstained and you will often notice an immediate reduction in the size of the cyst when expressed.
pre-septal cellulitis
In some cases, ophthalmologists associate a chalazion with infection spreading in the surrounding skin, a condition known as pre-septal cellulitis.
This can be more common in patients with diabetes or other chronic conditions pre-disposing them to infection, or for those with a suppressed immune system.
Bacterial infections
Oral antibiotics may also be used if the chalazion or stye is associated with bacterial infection of the surrounding eyelid tissues (cellulitis).
Can hardened chalazion be prevented?
A chalazion is caused by a blocked duct in one of the meibomian glands.
Prevention
The best way to prevent a chalazion is with good hygiene.
Hygiene
Wash hands before touching around eyes or removing contact lenses.
Wash face at bedtime to remove dirt and makeup.
Remove eye makeup before going to bed and replace mascara, eyeliner and eye shadow every 3 months.
The doctor may recommend gentle eyelid scrubs to prevent chalazions from recurring.
Taking care of yourself is the most efficient way to prevent complications and to keep your skin clean.
Good hygiene includes the following important components:
- Do not wear eye makeup or contact lenses until the stye or chalazion heals.
- Do not share towels, pillows, or face cloths while you have a stye.
- Gently massage the eyelid a few times a day. Massage for a few minutes each day, using light to medium pressure.
- Gentle massage can help open the blocked oil gland
When to see an medical professional?
If you have a chalazion that doesn’t go away with home treatment, see an eye specialist.
They will be able to examine the eye and offer additional treatment options.
You should also see your healthcare provider if you have recurring chalazia (eyelid bumps that come back).
Always ask your healthcare professional questions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does a hardened chalazion go away?
Most of the time, chalazion goes away by opening and draining by itself. However, chalazion can become hardened, in that case, you need surgery to remove the lump. In chronic cases, chalazion tends to recur.
What triggers chalazion?
Chalazon formation is triggered by a clogged meibomian oil gland located on your eyelid. Most of the time, a chalazion is not infectious and should go away by itself.
What is the best treatment for chalazion?
Conclusion
Chalazia (plural of chalazion), are the most common inflammatory lesions of the eyelid. They are typically slowly enlarging, non-tender eyelid nodules. Chalazia are typically benign and self-limiting, though they can develop chronic complications. Recurrent chalazia should be evaluated for dry eye treatment. Seek help from TheraLife.
TheraLife All In One Starter Kit
TheraLife All In One Starter Kit
1 TheraLife Eye capsules to restore and revive your tear production
2. Omega -3 fish oil – anti-inflammatory, lubrication to thicken your tears
3. Hot compress to melt blockages in your oil glands
4. Avenova eyelid cleanser for lid hygiene- vital for recovery
Add To Cart
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