Talk:Chalazion

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[edit] Size?

It seems like these are usually much bigger than styes. It would be good to have more, better pictures, and more information about sizes, how to tell the difference between different kinds of eye bumps. See also [1].-69.87.200.81 13:34, 22 April 2007 (UTC)

Chalazia will often disappear without further treatment within a few months and virtually all will resorb within two years. And how would you know if they do?

[edit] Excision

I've expanded the "Treatment" section and added a picture of my last excision (which I hope doesn't gross everyone out - I rather hope it makes a point of leaving these things to the doctor). The information comes from both of my ophthalmologists, by whom, over the last ten years, I've had about six chalazia removed. So, my "expert" advice to everyone affected by chalazia: Don't try to do it yourself. It's tricky and it's dangerous if you do it yourself. And it's certainly not worth the risk of getting yourself a droopy eyelid for the rest of your life. If you're disciplined enough, you can easily prevent re-occurring chalazia by cleansing your eyelids as part of your morning routine. (Ask me if I am...) Trigaranus (talk) 21:52, 20 November 2007 (UTC)

[edit] advice please

i seem to have one of these on the upper eyelid and eyebrow, it is very sore and hard, the doctor has prescribed me to take 4 co-fluampicil capsules a day, but it doesn't seem to be working, any advice? —Preceding unsigned comment added by Vanhalenrulesforever (talk • contribs) 18:30, 11 January 2008 (UTC)