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What Causes Swelling And Itching In The Caruncle?

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Posted on Tue, 11 Oct 2016
Question: I have a swelling in the caruncle and its not reddish. But it itches. What could be it??
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (4 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Cyst

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

The image you attached shows a cyst at the lacrimal caruncle.

Based on the appearance, I suspect it to be a sebaceous cyst. Most of times such cyst regress without any complications. If it becomes red or presents with pain, then using anti-inflammatory eye drops like Ketorlac eye drops is helpful. If it increases in size rapidly, you must consult a ophthalmologist immediately.

Hope, I answered your query.

Wish you good health.


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Follow up: Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (5 hours later)
what if it doesn't regress?
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (18 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Surgery

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for your query.

Most common cyst to occur there is sebaceous cyst which usually regress. If it does not regress then it may be a dermoid cyst which may have to be surgically resected if it is causing symptoms.

Hope, I answered your query.

Wish you good health.


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Follow up: Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (2 hours later)
I feel a little discomfort in my eye near the caruncle.......I feel like there is something in it.....It may be because of the cyst.....its nothing much bothersome but it annoys me......what can be done about it???
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Raju.A.T (2 days later)
Brief Answer:
Visit Opthalmologist

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Sorry for the delay in my response.

I believe it is better you get it checked. If there is something filling it up, it may grow in size and can cause symptoms. It may have to be incised.

Please visit a Opthalmologist for the same.

Regards,
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T
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What Causes Swelling And Itching In The Caruncle?

Brief Answer: Cyst Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for your query. The image you attached shows a cyst at the lacrimal caruncle. Based on the appearance, I suspect it to be a sebaceous cyst. Most of times such cyst regress without any complications. If it becomes red or presents with pain, then using anti-inflammatory eye drops like Ketorlac eye drops is helpful. If it increases in size rapidly, you must consult a ophthalmologist immediately. Hope, I answered your query. Wish you good health. Please do ask if any doubts. If you are satisfied with the answer, please rate the same with five stars and close. If in future you need to consult me, you can approach me directly through the below link. http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-raju-a-t/60137