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What Causes Fluid Filled Lump On The Corner Of Eye?
I have a fluid filled lump on the corner of my eye that gets larger and more prominent at times then must drain itself only to reappear again. What is this and how do I get rid of it? Also what type of fr do u go for this an optimalogist or your reg practitioner?
Fri, 27 Feb 2015
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According to me it seems CHALAZION from your presentation.
A chalazion is a common condition affecting the eyelid. The fluid-filled swelling (cyst) is usually felt as a small lump. Occasionally, it can become infected. It is caused by blockage of a gland in the eyelid.
Symptoms are
1.The usual symptom is a small lump which develops on an eyelid. It might look unsightly.
2.Sometimes it causes mild pain or irritation, particularly if it has just started - this usually settles.
3.Occasionally, it gets infected. It then becomes more swollen and painful.
4.Sight is not affected. Rarely, it can become so big that it presses on the eyeball and distorts vision.
No treatment may be advised at first.
If it is causing problems and does not settle on its own, it can be removed with a small operation after taking advice from OPTHALMOLOGIST.
Meanwhile you can do hot compresses and massage to ease discomfort
Feel free to ask if you have any other query
Regards
This is Dr Amit. Let me help you in this case
According to me it seems CHALAZION from your presentation.
A chalazion is a common condition affecting the eyelid. The fluid-filled swelling (cyst) is usually felt as a small lump. Occasionally, it can become infected. It is caused by blockage of a gland in the eyelid.
Symptoms are
1.The usual symptom is a small lump which develops on an eyelid. It might look unsightly.
2.Sometimes it causes mild pain or irritation, particularly if it has just started - this usually settles.
3.Occasionally, it gets infected. It then becomes more swollen and painful.
4.Sight is not affected. Rarely, it can become so big that it presses on the eyeball and distorts vision.
No treatment may be advised at first.
If it is causing problems and does not settle on its own, it can be removed with a small operation after taking advice from OPTHALMOLOGIST.
Meanwhile you can do hot compresses and massage to ease discomfort
Feel free to ask if you have any other query
Regards
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