Does a sty always have pus or discharge? (sorry gross) ewe?!


Question: Styes are a minor, usually short-term bacterial infection affecting the edge of the eyelid or eye. Glands around the eyelid get clogged and swell until a sore like a small pimple or boil appears. It may also be due to a blockage in a follicle of an eyelash. The sore causes eye pain and becomes temporarily filled with pus. A second, more serious type of stye can develop deeper inside the eyelid and swell until it needs the attention of a doctor.
Either way, you should make an appointment with your Optometrist or Opthamologist if it doesn't heal in the next few days. Good luck!


Answers: Styes are a minor, usually short-term bacterial infection affecting the edge of the eyelid or eye. Glands around the eyelid get clogged and swell until a sore like a small pimple or boil appears. It may also be due to a blockage in a follicle of an eyelash. The sore causes eye pain and becomes temporarily filled with pus. A second, more serious type of stye can develop deeper inside the eyelid and swell until it needs the attention of a doctor.
Either way, you should make an appointment with your Optometrist or Opthamologist if it doesn't heal in the next few days. Good luck!





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