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Prescription treatments for styes may include antibiotic eyedrops or topical antibiotic creams to fight the bacterial infection causing the stye. Oral antibiotics like Doxycycline, Tetracycline, Cephalosporin, and Amoxicillin may be prescribed when the infection persists or spreads.
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What is a stye?
When the oil gland becomes infected with bacteria, it can lead to a painful and red bump known as a stye, or hordeolum, on the eyelid. Staphylococcus aureus is the common causative agent, and it can cause stye either inside or outside of the eyelid.
How do I know I have a stye?
Symptoms of a stye include:
- An uncomfortable, red, and tender lump near the eyelid.
- Crusting, redness, tenderness, and localized swelling of the eyelid margin.
- Sometimes, a yellowish spot forms at the center of the bump when pushed.
Other symptoms may include:
- Eyelid pain
- Eyelid swelling
- Tearing
- A sensation of a foreign body in the eye
Causes of stye
- Bacterial infections of the eyelid oil gland, usually the microorganism Staphylococcus aureus, cause styes, also known as hordeolums.
- Long-term blepharitis and rosacea can increase the risk of styes caused by bacteria infecting an eyelash follicle or eyelid gland.
- Staphylococcal bacteria cause styes and can spread to the eyelid by touching nasal mucus and rubbing.
Treatment and medications for stye
- To relieve the pain and discomfort caused by a stye, over-the-counter pain relievers such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen are commonly prescribed as medications for treating styes.
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen can help reduce inflammation and swelling related to the stye.
- For persistent or severe cases, a healthcare provider may prescribe antibiotics, such as eye drops or cream, to kill the bacteria causing the stye and promote healing.
- A doctor may inject steroids into the stye to aid faster healing and reduce pain. In some instances, surgery may be recommended if the stye does not resolve on its own or transforms into a chalazion.
- Treatment for a stye also involves home remedies and self-care measures. An effective method involves placing warm compresses on the afflicted eye for 5 to 10 minutes multiple times daily. This can aid both the swelling and the healing process.
- Over-the-counter treatments like ointments, solutions, or medicated pads can be used to manage a stye. If a stye persists or becomes very painful, swollen, or affects vision, it is advisable to seek medical attention immediately.
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