Stye Jaime Morgan

What is a stye? A stye forms on the eye lid It is a clogged duct gland Usually from bacteria from the skin that gets into the gland On the upper or lower lid where the lid meets the eye lashes Resembles a pimple- a red bump, tender to the touch

What can go wrong? Complications are rare! A stye can turn into a chalazion. This is when the duct gland becomes fully blocked. If it becomes so large, it can effect vision and deform the cornea. Generalized infection, blepharitis, of the eyelid.

Characteristics of a Stye Red, swollen bump Sensitivity to light Tearing/ watering of the eye Tenderness Itchy or Scratchy Pain Discomfort when blinking

Stye vs. No Stye More squinted- sensitive to the light Redness towards the inner part of the eye Raised bump Wide open- not sensitive to the light Eyelid is clear- no red bump

How do you get rid of a stye?! Warm/Hot compresses are the best way to get rid of a stye because it opens the pores. Apply for 10 minutes, 4 times a day Antibiotic creams or ointments can help. DO NOT try to “pop” the stye! Let it drain on its own. They swell for 3 days and then break open and drain. Large styes sometimes need to be lanced, or cut open, by a doctor to prevent further infection. Do not wear eye make-up or contact lenses.

Products Ointment- Stye Solution- Bausch and Lomb Eye Wash Medicated Pads- Ocusoft Lid Scrub

Prevention ALWAYS wash your hands before touching the eye or skin around it. If styes are common, wash the edges of the eye lids frequently. Do not rub your eyes: it can let in bacteria. For women- replace eye make-up, especially mascara, every 6 months.

Incorporation of a mobile device I captured pictures on my iPhone using the camera. I emailed myself the pictures. Signed onto my email through the internet on a laptop. Copied the image and pasted it into Paint and cropped the image. Copied and pasted the cropped image into PowerPoint.

Sources http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmedhealth/PMH0002004/ http://www.webmd.com/eye-health/tc/styes-and-chalazia-topic-overview http://www.medicinenet.com/sty/page2.htm