Can You Wear Contact Lenses After Using AHC Eye Drops for Styes?
Huanghui Nengshi Eye Drops & Contact Lenses After expressing a stye, is it safe to wear contact lenses after using 0.3% Acyclovir eye drops? Thank you.
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: If the incision is made on the inner side of the eyelid, please refrain from wearing contact lenses temporarily. If the incision is made on the outer side of the eyelid, wearing contact lenses is permissible. However, you should not apply any medication while wearing conta...[Read More] Can You Wear Contact Lenses After Using AHC Eye Drops for Styes?
Chalazion or Stye: Understanding Your Eyelid Lump and Treatment Options
Chalazion or Hordeolum Hello Dr. Wang, I am currently studying abroad. Two weeks ago, I developed a lump on my upper eyelid that is red and swollen but does not have a pus head. I initially thought it was a stye, so I applied some erythromycin ointment that I brought from home. A...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
If it is a chalazion, surgical excision generally leads to quicker recovery. However, if there are no significant obstacles, it is also acceptable to apply medication and observe temporarily.[Read More] Chalazion or Stye: Understanding Your Eyelid Lump and Treatment Options
Uncomfortable Swelling Sensation in Lower Eyelid: What to Do?
Eyelid swelling and pain? If your lower left eyelid feels swollen and uncomfortable but does not appear swollen when you look in the mirror, it could be due to several reasons, such as allergies, irritation, or a mild infection. Here are some steps you can take: 1. **Cold Compre...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
It could be blepharitis or a stye; it is advisable to seek medical attention.[Read More] Uncomfortable Swelling Sensation in Lower Eyelid: What to Do?
Persistent Bump on Eyelid: Treatment Options and Surgical Insights
There is a lump in my right eye that hasn't gone away for several months? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you about something that has developed on the inside of my right eyelid. It has been there for several months and hasn't gone away, so I went to see an ophthalmo...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, you have a chalazion. You can refer to https://goo.gl/Yccssu. The decision for surgery depends on whether the lesion is located on the outer or inner side, which determines whether the incision is made externally or internally. The lesion is then scraped clean with a curet...[Read More] Persistent Bump on Eyelid: Treatment Options and Surgical Insights
Understanding Chalazion: Treatment Options and Home Remedies
A stye has turned into a hard lump? Hello, doctor. Since last Friday, my stye has subsided. Today, I went to Mackay Memorial Hospital for a check-up, and the doctor said that the stye is too deep in the eyelid to be surgically removed. However, I am concerned that the lump will a...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Miss Lin: If the doctor says surgery is not possible, conservative treatment may be considered first, including hot compresses and eye drops. This may gradually soften the condition. At the Puzih Hospital Ophthalmology Department in Taiwan, the hours are Monday to Friday fr...[Read More] Understanding Chalazion: Treatment Options and Home Remedies
Understanding Styes: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Stye in the eye? Hello Dr. Wang, on January 12th, Tuesday, I went to see an ophthalmologist. The doctor diagnosed me with a stye (on the upper eyelash of my left eye) and helped to drain it. However, when I woke up on January 13th, the area where the stye was had swollen signific...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Do not attempt to squeeze the pus yourself, as it may lead to the formation of cellulitis. It is recommended to return for a follow-up appointment with your physician to determine if a change in prescription is necessary.[Read More] Understanding Styes: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Styes: Can They Cause Eye White Bleeding?
Stye issue My daughter had swollen eyes last Thursday. We visited an ophthalmologist on Saturday, who diagnosed her with a stye. However, on Sunday, we noticed bleeding in the white part of her eye. I would like to ask if a stye can also cause bleeding in the sclera? Thank you!
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ms. Chen: A stye and subconjunctival hemorrhage are different conditions. Subconjunctival hemorrhage is caused by the rupture of small blood vessels in the conjunctiva. Sometimes it may occur due to rubbing the eye when it feels uncomfortable. There is no major concern, so ...[Read More] Understanding Styes: Can They Cause Eye White Bleeding?
What Does Red Granulation Tissue on Eyelids Indicate?
Granulation tissue that appears red typically indicates the presence of new blood vessels and a healing process in the tissue. It is a sign of tissue repair and regeneration, often seen in wounds or areas of inflammation Hello Doctor: A month ago, I developed a stye, and after un...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Leila: This is the new tissue formed after wound healing, which will fade over time. There's no need to worry. If the wound has healed, you can apply makeup. Taiwan E-Hospital Puzi Hospital Ophthalmology: Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and Wednesday afternoo...[Read More] What Does Red Granulation Tissue on Eyelids Indicate?
Understanding Styes: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Stye issue My daughter developed a stye on her right eyelid in mid-September 2015 (before the Mid-Autumn Festival), which took until December to resolve. On January 5, 2016, I noticed swelling below her right eye and took her to an ophthalmologist. The doctor confirmed it was a s...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiaoqing: I recommend that you follow the advice of the physician you consulted. Whether to perform an incision and drainage or to pursue conservative treatment should be determined based on clinical examination. The Ophthalmology Department at Puzi Hospital in Taiwan is o...[Read More] Understanding Styes: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Persistent Stye: When Will It Heal and Should I Continue Treatment?
The stye has not resolved? About two weeks ago, I developed a stye in my left eye. After seeing a doctor, it was lanced, and I was advised to apply medication at home. However, about a week ago, I noticed another bump near the inner corner of the same eye. It is not visible from ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Maggie: I recommend that you visit an ophthalmologist again to see if an incision and drainage is necessary, as sometimes it needs to be completely drained for resolution. The ophthalmology department at Puzi Hospital in Taiwan is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 12:00...[Read More] Persistent Stye: When Will It Heal and Should I Continue Treatment?
Understanding Blister-Like Bumps on Eyelids: Causes and Treatments
Blister on the eyelid resembling a burn? Hello Doctor, I have developed blisters on both of my eyelids (not inside the eyes) that resemble burn blisters. They are not painful or itchy, but my eyelids appear swollen (like fluid accumulation). I initially thought it was a stye, so ...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello, if it is a stye, using both Betaderm ointment and Lindelung compound solution simultaneously may not be advisable. Additionally, your symptoms do not seem to match. I recommend seeking a medical examination.[Read More] Understanding Blister-Like Bumps on Eyelids: Causes and Treatments
Understanding Styes and Chalazia: Causes, Treatments, and Recurrence
Hordeolum and Chalazion Hello, Doctor. I developed a stye at the end of September last year, located near the inner corner of my right eye. I visited an ophthalmology clinic where I was initially prescribed anti-inflammatory medication and eye drops. The doctor informed me that i...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Weiwei: Typically, after a scraping procedure, the eyelid should not have a white wound. This usually relates to individual constitution, diet, and lifestyle habits. Dr. Liao provided a great introduction; please take a look at http://www.shutien.org.tw/dr_doc_detail.aspx?b...[Read More] Understanding Styes and Chalazia: Causes, Treatments, and Recurrence
Persistent Swelling After Stye Surgery: What You Need to Know
After undergoing a chalazion surgery, the eye may still experience swelling? Hello, I had surgery in mid-December due to a stye that had become infected. However, two weeks after the surgery, there is still redness and swelling, although it doesn't hurt. I find it strange an...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Ms. Kinze. I recommend that you visit an ophthalmologist for another examination. If there is still pus, further treatment may be necessary. The ophthalmology department at Puzi Hospital in Taiwan is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM and Wednesday afternoons f...[Read More] Persistent Swelling After Stye Surgery: What You Need to Know
Understanding Recurrent Styes: Causes and Treatment Options
Stye issue Hello, Doctor. Around mid-October this year, I felt like my right eye was bitten by a mosquito, and there was a small bump in the eye socket. However, after two or three days, my eye started to sting and itch, so I went to see an ophthalmologist. The doctor said it was...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Cen: How can we prevent styes? Here are some maintenance methods you might try: ◆ Pay attention to eye cleanliness: You can use a cotton swab dipped in diluted baby shampoo or warm water to gently clean the base of your eyelashes and the surrounding area to remove excess o...[Read More] Understanding Recurrent Styes: Causes and Treatment Options
Persistent Stye for a Month: Seeking Solutions and Relief
The stye has not healed for a month? I have had a stye since I first noticed it, and it has been oozing pus. I have seen the doctor four times, and on two occasions, the doctor squeezed out the pus, but it continues to ooze. Whenever there is pus, it becomes red, swollen, and pai...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Chen: These symptoms are part of the process of a stye. If the pus is discharged, it is easier to heal. If there is persistent redness and swelling without pus drainage, consideration should be given to incision and drainage. The general treatment methods include antibioti...[Read More] Persistent Stye for a Month: Seeking Solutions and Relief
Persistent Eye Pimple: Seeking Relief After Multiple Doctor Visits
I have a growth on my lower eyelid, and I have seen a doctor three times, but it hasn't improved? I have a bump on the inner side of my lower eyelid near the corner of my eye. It started off red, swollen, and oozing pus, and I wasn't sure if it was a stye or something e...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ms. Chen: Your symptoms are likely indicative of a stye. If it does not improve, you should continue to see an ophthalmologist for examination and medication adjustment until the doctor confirms that you are healed. You can apply warm compresses, be mindful of your diet by ...[Read More] Persistent Eye Pimple: Seeking Relief After Multiple Doctor Visits
Understanding Styes: Treatment, Risks, and Long-Term Effects
The doctor said that the stye will not get better? I developed a stye on October 7th and went to see a doctor the next day. The doctor prescribed oral medication and eye drops. I didn't finish the oral medication because I thought the stye was noticeably less swollen, so I s...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello, using a warm towel for compress can be helpful. If the location is too close to the lacrimal glands, surgery may affect the tear film.[Read More] Understanding Styes: Treatment, Risks, and Long-Term Effects
Why Your Stye Isn't Healing: Expert Advice on Treatment Options
A stye will not heal? Hello, doctor. My stye has not improved for two weeks! I have visited three clinics, and since there is no pus, I have only been given eye drops, ointment, and oral antibiotics. I have also been diligently applying warm compresses every day, but there is sti...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
A stye can sometimes be treated effectively with eye drops and oral medication, especially if the lesion is close to the tear duct. If the treatment is not effective, you may need to visit a medical center for evaluation to determine if surgery is appropriate.[Read More] Why Your Stye Isn't Healing: Expert Advice on Treatment Options
Understanding Pain and Swelling in the Lower Eyelid: Causes and Solutions
Swelling and pain in the lower eyelid of the right eye? After a while, I wake up in the morning with swelling and pain in the area below my right eye. Then, after a few days, the pain subsides, but I continue to feel discomfort for several days. What could be the reason for this?
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello RAY: Swelling and pain of the eyelid are commonly caused by a stye, also known as a hordeolum. If an episode occurs, it is advisable to consult an ophthalmologist to determine the cause before treatment. In Taiwan, the ophthalmology department at Puzi Hospital is open Monda...[Read More] Understanding Pain and Swelling in the Lower Eyelid: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Styes and Chalazia: Treatment and Recovery Tips
Stye - Chalazion Hello, doctor. Around June or July, I developed a stye in my right eye. I didn't see a doctor, and after a few days, I noticed it didn't completely resolve. Later, another one appeared, and again, I didn't seek medical attention. I found that I had...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello TINA: If it is a stye, it will disappear as the condition improves. If it is a chalazion, surgical excision is necessary. Simply applying medication may reduce its size and sometimes make it feel less noticeable. However, if it becomes inflamed, it will swell again. Complet...[Read More] Understanding Styes and Chalazia: Treatment and Recovery Tips