1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Eye and vision

  4. A boil on the eye. Pain or irritation.

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.
103 Views

Answers (2)

Get your queries answered instantly with Practo AI FREE

50000+ health queries resolved in last month

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Consult Now
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

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Consult Now
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

Answered2016-03-06 12:27:14

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Articles you may like

Common Eye Investigations Explained!

Dr.Quresh Maskati

Pachymetry: Measurement of the thickness of the cornea – a test done to determine if your cornea is suitable for LASIK o ... Read more

6 Ways to Reduce Eye Strain and Get Rid of Dry Eyes

Dr.Pallavee R Goswami

Computer and other electronic gadgets are nowadays a part and parcel of life. Although there are many advantages, still ... Read more

Tips on how to prevent eye injuries

Dr.Anshu Arora

Protecting your eyes from injury is one of the most basic things you can do to keep your vision healthy throughout your ... Read more

Ayurvedic Tips for Eye Care

Dr. Amrita Sharma

Eyes are most important sense organ; for daily activities we depend on eyes but hardly anyone pays attention to eyes unl ... Read more

Impact of Digital Devices on Eye

Dr.Jugal Shah

While working long hours on PC or any digital devices, we forget to blink. Blinking of the eyes 18 times per minute is v ... Read more

Can COVID-19 cause eye problems?

Dr.John Samuel

COVID-19 and your EyesHow does COVID-19 spread? Can the virus enter the eyes?Yes, that is why you are advised to avoid t ... Read more

Tell us what's troubling you

Want relief from cold & cough?

Consult Now

Down with fever or flu?

Consult Now

Stomach out of order?

Consult Now

Tired of clinic wait times?

Consult Now

Related Questions

Boil on eyelid

4382 Views
Hi, i have get a boil at the edge of my eyelid.. it has happened before and the eyelid gets swollen.. pl ...Read More

Boil inside the eye

3626 Views
There is a small boil inside the right eye. It makes the eye and head pain. It has been there for the las ...Read More

Left eye looks smaller only in cameras

2952 Views
I recently found something interesting about my eyes. In recent days my left eye looks so dizzy and small ...Read More

An heat boil on eyebrow

2181 Views
An heat boil on my left eyebrow. The size is not big but this is the second time it has appeared since la ...Read More

Small boil in the eyelids

2009 Views
Hi, there is a small boil in the upper portion of my left eyelid.It is very painful and turned slightly r ...Read More

Pain & swallow  eye looks like stey eye

30 Views
For two days my right eye in very pain , swallowing the bottom lid and surrounding of eye... Always eye ...Read More

Boil on Left eye

32 Views
Dear Doctor, There is boil ( Fodi) on my left eye since yesterday morning where we apply kajal which res ...Read More

Eye problem

90 Views
Because of dandruff I got boil below my oil it's painful doctor suggested eye drops for dry eyes as well ...Read More

My eye looks small like Chinese

91 Views
Is their any surgery for making bigger eyes Or i want rearranging my eyes Before using spectacles my eyes ...Read More

Boil on the eye

56 Views
I have slight swelling on the eye. Please advise if it is sty? Should I apply ointment? There is no sever ...Read More

This question featured in :

Causes of recurrent boils
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.