Originally Posted by reccles
She may have a hordeolum (commonly known as a sty) which is a small abscess (bacterial infection) of the glands associated with eyelash follicles. A similar condition is a chalazion. The symptoms are about the same but a chalazion is not an active infection - simply inflammation. The initial treatment for both is warm compresses. Moisten a clean, folded washcloth with warm water and hold it gently against the eye for 5 minutes several times a day for several days. This will encourage a sty or chalazion to open a drainage channel, allowing any pus to drain away and restoring normal drainage from oil glands. Change the washcloth frequently, particularly as a sty drains. Pus should never be removed by squeezing. If improvement (not necessarily elimination) is not seen within a day or two, you should probably consult your physician.
The above is for information purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. You should always contact your personal physician with any questions or concerns.
