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A stye is a bacterial infection involving one or more of the small glands near the base of your eyelashes. It is similar to a boil or a pimple and is often painful. A stye (sty) is a red, painful lump near the edge of your eyelid that may look like a boil or a pimple. Styes are often filled with pus.
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  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    Several factors can increase the risk of developing styes. Here are some common predisposing factors: Hygiene and Cosmetic Use:- -Poor Hygiene: Touching your eyes with unwashed hands or not cleaning your eyelids properly. -Old or Expired Cosmetics: Using old or expired eye makeup can introduce bacteRead more

    Several factors can increase the risk of developing styes. Here are some common predisposing factors:

    Hygiene and Cosmetic Use:-
    -Poor Hygiene: Touching your eyes with unwashed hands or not cleaning your eyelids properly.
    -Old or Expired Cosmetics: Using old or expired eye makeup can introduce bacteria.
    -Leaving Makeup On: Not removing eye makeup before bed.

    Medical Conditions:-
    -Blepharitis: Chronic inflammation of the eyelid edges.
    -Rosacea: A skin condition that causes facial redness and can affect the eyes.
    -Diabetes: People with diabetes are more prone to infections, including styes.
    -Seborrheic Dermatitis: A condition that causes scaly patches and red skin, including on the eyelids.

    Lifestyle Factors:-
    -Contact Lens Use: Not properly disinfecting contact lenses or handling them with unwashed hands.
    -High Cholesterol: Elevated levels of LDL (bad cholesterol) can be a risk factor.

    Other Factors:-
    -Hormonal Changes: Hormonal fluctuations can increase the risk.
    -Dry Eyes: Conditions that cause dry eyes can also contribute.

    Maintaining good hygiene, managing underlying medical conditions, and being cautious with eye makeup and contact lenses can help reduce the risk of developing styes.

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    Styes, also known as hordeolum, are typically caused by a bacterial infection. The most common causative agent is Staphylococcus aureus. This bacterium is often found on the skin and can enter the oil glands or hair follicles of the eyelid, leading to infection and the formation of a stye.

    Styes, also known as hordeolum, are typically caused by a bacterial infection. The most common causative agent is Staphylococcus aureus. This bacterium is often found on the skin and can enter the oil glands or hair follicles of the eyelid, leading to infection and the formation of a stye.

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    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    A stye, also known as a hordeolum, is a painful red bump on the edge of the eyelid, similar to an acne pimple. Here are the common clinical features of a stye: 1. Painful red bump: A stye is characterized by a painful red bump along the edge of the eyelid or lash line. 2. Swelling: The swelling mayRead more

    A stye, also known as a hordeolum, is a painful red bump on the edge of the eyelid, similar to an acne pimple. Here are the common clinical features of a stye:

    1. Painful red bump: A stye is characterized by a painful red bump along the edge of the eyelid or lash line.
    2. Swelling: The swelling may occur around the bump, sometimes affecting the entire eyelid.
    3. Pus: The stye may be filled with yellow pus.
    4. Crusting: There may be crustiness along the lid and lash line.
    5. Eye discomfort: The eye may feel scratchy, as if something is in the eye.
    6. Light sensitivity: The eye may become sensitive to light.
    7. Tearing: There may be excessive tearing, causing watery eyes.

    Please note that these symptoms are usually painful. However, if a stye progresses to the point of inflammation, it can cause the area around it to become red, swollen, and painful.

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  1. Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH
    Dr Md shahriar kabir B H M S; MPH Enlightened dr.basuriwala

    An external hordeolum arises from a blockage with secondary inflammation of the Zeiss or Moll sebaceous glands of the eyelid.

    An external hordeolum arises from a blockage with secondary inflammation of the Zeiss or Moll sebaceous glands of the eyelid.

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