Xalazion – Khalyazion

Chalazion

Description chalazion

Xalazion – hard swelling, which is formed on the eyelid.

Causes of chalazion

Chalazion can form when the channel is locked, located in meibomian gland century. This gland produces an oily substance, which lubricates the edge of the eyelid and the front part of the eye. When the duct becomes blocked, oily substance can harden. This leads to the formation of near the edge of the century chalazion.

Risk Factors chalazion

Factors, which can increase the risk of chalazion:

• Seborrheic dermatitis;
• Rosacea;
• .Aloe (inflammation of the eyelids).

Symptoms chalazion

The initial symptom chalazion – a small swelling on the eyelid, which may look like barley and be painful. A few days later the swelling on the eyelid often begins to harden and becomes a hard lump.

Chalazion can sometimes cause complications, which may include:

• Localized infection at the site chalazion;
• Vision problems, as chalazion and exerting pressure distorts the shape of the eye.

Diagnosis of chalazion

The doctor will ask about your symptoms and will examine the eye. Sometimes chalazion selected sample of fluid for analysis in the laboratory.

Treatment chalazion

Chalazion often disappears by itself. Treatment may include:

Self-help

Several times a day to the affected eyelid applied warm compresses.

Medications for the treatment of chalazion

The chalazion entered corticosteroids. This procedure is performed by an ophthalmologist, but it takes quite rare. If an infection develops, Antibiotics can also be used.

The operation in the treatment of chalazion

Near the chalazion can make the cut, to drain accumulated fluid. The procedure is usually performed on an outpatient basis under local anesthesia. The operation can be done, if the chalazion does not respond to other treatments. It can also be carried out, If a very large chalazion, It is growing rapidly and is causing problems with vision.

Prevention chalazion

If you have seborrheic dermatitis or blepharitis, you need every day to wash the eyelids with warm water and very mild soap (we recommend using baby shampoo). Also, in the care of eyelids must follow the doctor's instructions.

At the first sign of irritation age it is recommended to apply warm compresses to the eye.