This article discusses the types, symptoms, causes, and treatment of a bump on the eyelid.
A bump on the eyelid can appear on either the lower or upper eyelid.
It may look like a pimple, or it may appear swollen.
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Some cause pain, while others may have no symptoms.
The clogged gland may contain bacteria that grow inside it.
Clogged oil glands may start as a stye and become a chalazion.
Blepharitisis inflammation of the eyelids that causes them to be itchy and red.
It is often accompanied by crusting on the eyelids.
Blepharitis is associated with bacteria or certain skin conditions likedandrufforrosacea.
An Infection is another common cause of a bump on the eyelid.
An infected eyelashroot is often the cause of a stye.
There are some things you’re free to do at home to help treat them.
Dont attempt to pop the bump.
However, the bump can recur.
Let a healthcare provider know if you get bumps on your eyelids frequently.
You probably will not require any testing to diagnose the cause of a bump on the eyelid.
However, if bumps recur regularly, a healthcare provider may decide to perform abiopsy.
This involves taking a small tissue sample from the bump and testing and analyzing it.
A biopsy can help identify more serious underlying causes, such asskin cancer.
Other bumps on the eyelid could indicate a papilloma, xanthelasma, or cyst.
Symptoms associated with a bump on the eyelid include redness around the bump, swelling, and tearing.
Treat a bump on the eyelid with a warm compress up to five times daily.
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