Please call 911 immediately if you are having chest pain, difficulty breathing, severe bleeding, sudden weakness or numbness, or if you think you have a medical emergency.
Chalazion Treatment
Self-Care at Home
- Warm compresses may be helpful. Hold a warm, wet towel on the eyelid for 10-15 minutes, 2-4 times a day, to reduce swelling.
- Lightly massage the area several times a day.
- Do not "pop" or scratch the chalazion.
Medical Treatment
Treatment of the chalazion may include the following:
- Application of warm compresses for about 15 minutes, 2-4 times a day, to reduce swelling
- A prescription for antibiotic eyedrops or ointments if a bacterial infection is suspected to be the cause
- Injection of a steroid medicine to help decrease the inflammation
- Surgical removal of the lump if it creates symptoms or lasts for weeks
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WebMD Medical Reference from eMedicineHealth
Reviewed by
Ann Edmundson, MD, PhD on May 24, 2006
This information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor.
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