{"id":4966,"date":"2023-01-20T09:28:50","date_gmt":"2023-01-20T09:28:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/healthnewscentral.com\/?p=4966"},"modified":"2023-01-20T09:28:50","modified_gmt":"2023-01-20T09:28:50","slug":"10-tips-and-treatments-on-styes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/healthnewscentral.com\/10-tips-and-treatments-on-styes\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Tips And Treatments On Styes"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Also called a hordeolum<\/a>, a stye is a small, red and usually painful lump, which normally looks like a pimple, that grows on either the base of the eyelash, or beneath the eyelid. For the most part, styes are typically triggered by a bacterial infection.<\/p>\n

They are generally filled with pus and for the most part, they will disappear on their own after a few days. However, they tend to be painful or often cause discomfort, especially if they are big in size, making your eyes feel sore, swollen, and possibly itchy as well. Other symptoms include increased tear production and crust that forms around the eyelid.<\/p>\n

Notably, there are two types of styes that may occur. One is called an external hordeolum<\/a>, which is a stye that starts at the base of the eyelash. This type tends to occur due to an infection in a hair follicle, which normally looks like a small red, bump or pimple. The other type is called an internal hordeolum<\/a>, which occurs inside the eyelid. Normally, this is caused by an infection in the gland that produces oil in the eyelid.<\/p>\n

Although it may be tempting to touch it or even pop it, removing the pus inside the stye via squeezing may just spread the infection further, making things worse. Moreover, while styes are not necessarily contagious, they may spread to others via \u201ccasual contact,\u201d or when you touch it and touch something or someone else.<\/p>\n

Normally, stye swelling lasts for just a few days and will usually erupt and drain on their own, but there are cases when you will require medical treatment, like when they become exceedingly large, they\u2019ve hardened, or become even more infected. The healing time takes anywhere between a week to 10 days using home remedies, but if it becomes bigger, more infected, extremely painful or bothersome, it\u2019s always best to seek proper medical attention.<\/p>\n

Here are 10 tips and treatments that can be done to help speed up stye healing.<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Clean the Area with Soap and Water<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Because styes normally occur due to a bacterial infection, keeping the eyelid and general eye area clean and clear of residue, dirt and oil build up is important. When a stye is present, it\u2019s imperative to keep the area clean with either a mild soap or baby shampoo mixed with warm water to gently cleanse the affected part, as well as keep the eyes clean from any unwanted dirt, pus and possible oil buildup that can occur throughout the day. You can either use your hands, a cotton swab, or a clean washcloth to gently cleanse, wash and wipe away any residue in the affected area and make sure not to touch the area as much as possible. If you have to, always disinfect by washing your hands first to remove any dirt or germs before touching your eyes. Be sure to wash the affected eye every day until the stye is gone.<\/p>\n

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2. Place A Warm Compress On the Affected Area<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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A warm compress on the affected eye is considered one of the most effective ways to treat a stye. Placing it on the surface of the stye helps to soften the pus and oil so that it can drain by itself. Just heat up water, soak a clean cloth in it, squeeze out the excess water and when it\u2019s not too hot, place it over the area for at least 5 to 10 minutes with the affected eye closed. For best results, do this at least three to four times a day, but make sure to use a clean wash cloth every time as to not transfer any bacteria from the used cloth to any other area on the face and accidentally spread the infection further.<\/p>\n

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3. Try A Warm Tea Bag<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Another item that can be used in lieu of a warm wash cloth is a warm tea bag. Some opt to use black tea bags since the black tea<\/a> not only has antibacterial properties, but it is said to help reduce the swelling as well. Simply take a cup of boiling water, dip one black tea bag inside and allow it to steep for around one minute or so. Once the tea bag has cooled down but is still warm, place it on the affected eye for around 5 to 10 minutes. If you have a stye on both eyes, be sure to use separate tea bags so that you don\u2019t transfer bacteria from one eye to another. You may also do this a few times a day, always using a new tea bag every time.<\/p>\n

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4. Use Coconut Oil on Affected Area<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Coconut oil<\/a> has been established as a natural and effective source of antioxidants, which protects the body\u2019s cells against free radicals, while also being highly antimicrobial, meaning it can be used to prevent and treat infections in both humans and animals. So when it comes to styes, coconut oil can be beneficial since it can help lessen the inflammation, while also being antifungal, with no need to worry about further infecting the area. Just place a few drops of coconut oil on either a cotton ball or a pad and lightly rub it over the affected eyelid. Leave it on for around 15 minutes then gently wash off using warm water and mild soap. This can be done between three to five times a day for best results.<\/p>\n

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5. You Can Massage the Area to Promote Drainage<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Because styes are usually filled with pus<\/a> which needs to be released to get better, another way to help promote quicker healing is by massaging the affected area to promote drainage. Normally, this is done after having placed either a warm compress, a warm teabag or even the coconut oil around the area so that the pus is softened first. Before you massage the eyelid, be sure that your hands have been thoroughly washed and are clean. Apply light pressure to area, allowing the pus to flow without too much strength. If nothing comes out, don\u2019t force it, and stop massaging if it hurts. If there is some drainage, be sure to wipe it away and clean the area once more to remove any excess pus.<\/p>\n

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6. Try Taking an OTC Medication for Pain and Swelling<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Over-the-counter (OTC) medications<\/a> are drugs that can be sold to customers without the need for a prescription from the doctor. When it comes to pain medications, most people use either ibuprofen or acetaminophen to help deal with pain. Because styes can be painful and cause excess swelling, sometimes OTCs are needed for the first few days when the stye is at its worst to help relief pain and swelling. Depending on your particular case, and whether you have any allergies to medications or not, you may opt for any type of pain reliever for as long as you follow the recommended dosage. However, it is always best to consult a medical professional before taking any type of medication.<\/p>\n

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7. Pause Your Makeup Routine Until Stye Is Gone<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Because a stye is an infection that affects the eyes, avoiding things \u2013 such as the use of makeup \u2013 is highly recommended. That\u2019s because makeup itself, as well as makeup brushes and other tools may also contain bacteria or help spread any bacteria already in the eye further. Moreover, when it comes to makeup, the American Academy of Ophthalmology<\/a> explains that individuals need to be aware of certain rules such as not sharing mascara, makeup brushes or eyeliner with others, and they should also clean their makeup brushes regularly to remove any dirt and bacteria that is often left on old and used brushes. In addition, the recommend to always wash your hands before applying any makeup, while also regularly going through your makeup stash to throw out any expired makeup.<\/p>\n

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8. No Using Contacts<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Aside from not using makeup when you have a stye, another recommendation is to not use contacts either. That\u2019s because since contact lenses<\/a> are placed directly on the eyeball, dirt, residue and worse, bacteria that comes from the stye will be transferred to the contact lens as well, further spreading the infection. While contact lenses don\u2019t cause styes, they can become hindrances when someone has a stye and still uses them during that time period. It is also recommended to change the contact lenses you were using when the stye occurred to a new pair in case they were contaminated during that time.<\/p>\n

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9. Use Antibiotic Ointments if Doctor Prescribed<\/span><\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Another treatment for a stye is using an over-the-counter ointment, which is used to help treat the stye by providing both relief while helping the stye heal faster as well. These creams are usually antibiotic ointments<\/a>that can help lower the inflammation, lessen the pain, and keep the stye dry to make it heal quicker. Of course, using an ointment should be prescribed by a doctor since using the wrong type of ointment might make the stye worse. Be sure to speak to a doctor or medical professional before putting any type of medicine or lubricant over your stye as it may make things worse instead of better.<\/p>\n

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10. Seek Medical Attention<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Like with any other medical issue or concern, it is always best to get a proper diagnosis from a doctor or trained medical professional. When it comes to a stye, while many will go away on their own after a few days, if it gets worse, becomes very large, affects your vision, is extremely painful or causes problems with your normal day-to-day activities, then be sure to seek medical attention immediately. Depending on the extent of infection, your doctor may choose to prescribe antibiotics, antibiotic creams or even a steroid shot to lessen the swelling and inflammation. While for others, they may have to professionally drain and remove it.\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n

Tips on Stye Prevention<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Thankfully, most styes are not considered serious and can be treated at home. In addition, there are also some ways to help prevent a stye from forming in the first place, which include sanitary hand washing procedures, using proper hygiene protocols \u2013 especially before touching your eyes, washing your eyes with mild soap and water every day, as well as making sure to remove makeup and excess residue from your face at night before you go to sleep at night. Furthermore, it\u2019s recommended to not share towels with others to stop any unwanted transfer of dirt and bacteria from one person to another.<\/p>\n

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