Stye (Hordeolum)

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This is a localized infection of the eyelids. It can be external (stye: abscess of gland of Zeis on the lid margin) or internal (abscess of meibomian gland).

Cause

• Staphylococcus aureus

Signs and symptoms

• Itching in the early stages
• Swelling pain and tenderness, pus formation
• May rupture spontaneous

Differential diagnosis

• Other infections of the eyelids
• Blepharitis

Non-pharmacological treatment

• Apply warm compress to the eye 

Pharmacological treatment

• Apply Tetracycline eye ointment 1% 2-4 times daily until 2 days after symptoms disappear

 Prevention

• Remove any loose eyelashes
• Good personal (eye) hygiene

Refer to Ophthalmologist for specialist care