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A boil on the eye

2016-03-05 15:31:41
Its been there since around six months. Looks like a boil. On the eyelid. Causes no pain or irritation.
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Hello..this seems to be a chalazion Use to blocked tarsal glands Treatment 1. Medical managament....hot fomentation....lid massage from up to down on tight lid with index finger 2. Intralesional kenacort injection 3. Surgery I hope this will answer u

Answered2016-03-06 13:27:05

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Hello.. Well it might be a blocked sebaceous gland...you need to get examined it...I suggest you to consult an ophthalmologist as they will be able to suggest you better... Maintain hygiene......... ........be careful about handkerchief you use on your eyes...do not rub your eyes much

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