Stye

Question 1

What is a stye

Answer 1

An acute localized infection/inflammation of the eyelid margin

Question 2

What are the 2 types of stye?

Answer 2

• External: appears on the eyelid margin, usually caused by infection of eyelash follicle
• Internal: appears on the conjunctival surface of the eyelid, usually caused by infection of a Meibomian gland

Question 3

What are the risk factors for stye formation?

Answer 3

• Chronic blepharitis
• Acne rosacea

Question 4

What is the presentation of a stye?

Answer 4

• Acute painful swelling near the eyelid margin
• Presents over several days
• Should not be affecting visual acuity

Question 5

What is the management of a stye?

Answer 5

• Warm compresses around the eye 2-4 times daily
• Avoid eye makeup/contact lenses
• Self-limiting