Stye (Hordeolum)

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A localized infection of the hair follicle of the eyelids

Cause

• Staphylococcus aureus

Clinical features

• Itching in the early stages
• Swelling, pain and tenderness
• Pus formation
• May burst spontaneously

Differential diagnosis

• Other infections of the eyelids
• Blepharitis

ManagementTreatment

• Usually, the stye will heal spontaneously
• Avoid rubbing eye as this might spread the infection
• Apply a warm/hot compress to the eye
• Apply tetracycline eye ointment 1% 2-4 times daily until 2 days after symptoms have disappeared
• Remove the eye lash when it is loose

Prevention

• Remove any loose eyelashes
• Good personal hygiene