A sty (hordeolum) is a red lump usually at the edge of your eye lid. It can be painful. These sometimes turn into what is called a chalazion. A chalazion is a blockage of a gland in the eyelid. Initial treatment for both are similar. Start out treatment for these by putting a warm compress on the eye for 10-15 minutes at least 4 times a day. If the it does not seem to be getting better after 48 hours then let your doctor know. Don't wear contact or makeup on the affected eye. That will only irritate it more. Also do not squeeze or try to pop the lump. If it does need to be drained your doctor must do that. Your doctor might prescribe an antibiotic if the problem persists, or you may need surgery if it doesn't go away on it's own, but it usually does. Good luck with these annoying little buggers.
For more info and complications visit http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/001009.htm
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