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Chalazion results from a combination of different reasons, mainly related to obstruction of the lacrimal glands, bacterial infections, or inflammation caused by dermatological and ocular conditions.
There are therefore many causes of chalazion, and our COP9 team is here to introduce you to this pathology, as well as its possible treatments!
Chalazion is a common eye pathology, often benign, which manifests itself by the formation of a cyst on the upper or lower eyelid.
It is a consequence of an obstruction of the sebaceous glands. Also called meibomian glands, they are responsible for the secretion of the lipid tear film.
There are different causes of chalazion, which are responsible for the blockage of these glands. This condition can lead to an accumulation of sebum and cause localized inflammation, which can turn into a chalazion.
Chalazion, a common inflammation of the eyelid, can have various reasons that have to be examined in order to better understand the factors contributing to its appearance.
Among the main causes of chalazion, is the bacterial infection, often caused by staphylococci, which can affect the glands.
Patients with a history of conjunctivitis, styes or blepharitis, a chronic inflammation of the edges of the eyelid, are more likely to develop a chalazion.
Eye irritation may be associated with dry eyes, caused by poor evaporation of tears.
Chalazion may also be caused by allergies, which contribute to dry eyes and the formation of these cysts.
People who wear contact lenses or who have discomfort due to wearing these lenses may experience inflammation of the eyelids. This increases the risk of developing chalazions.
Other factors may include dermatological conditions such as rosacea, which can cause skin and eye inflammation, leading to dysfunction of the lacrimal glands.
In addition, when we examine the causes of chalazion, hormonal changes can influence the secretion of sebum, thus increasing the susceptibility to obstruction of the glands.
Weakness of the levator eyelid muscle, which leads to ptosis drooping of the eyelid can also promote the creation of an environment conducive to the development of chalazions.
Typical symptoms of a chalazion include:
Formation and possible discharge of pus can occur if the chalazion becomes secondarily infected.
It is important to be alert to your symptoms and inform your general practitioner (GP) or ophthalmologist in order to find the cause(s) of the chalazion.
First of all, treatment focuses on applying warm compresses to help drainage and reduce inflammation.
To prevent its recurrence, we advise to maintain good eye hygiene, avoid rubbing your eyes and regularly consult an ophthalmologist in the event of persistent eye symptoms.
Artificial tears may also be beneficial in preventing dry eyes and meibomian gland dysfunction.
In more advanced cases, eye surgeon Dr. Stephanie Zwillinger may prescribe eye drops or antibiotic ointment.
She may consider surgery under local anesthesia to remove or drain the chalazion if it persists despite conservative treatments.
A chalazion is a small mass located on the edge of the eyelid, often confused with a stye, and can cause various symptoms such as itching, irritation, and a foreign body sensation.
It is common to see swelling of the eyelids, sometimes accompanied by red eyes.
This ophthalmological condition can occur in both eyes. The causes of chalazion are varied: we hope that our article has enlightened you on the subject!
Treatment often includes washing the eyes with physiological serum to prevent any complications.
In case of persistence of the symptoms, our COP9 team reminds you that an ophthalmology consultation is recommended to obtain adequate relief!
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