Will hardened chalazion go away?

Will hardened chalazion go away?

For those who have experienced the discomfort and inconvenience of a chalazion, having it become hardened can become a concern. That’s why in this blog, we at Eye & Dental Clinic are answering the question ‘Will a hardened chalazion go away?”

With approximately 5 million people never having an eye test, and with those within that figure who haven’t had a follow-up eye test in 3 years or more, it’s safe to say most people aren’t aware that their vision may need checking or correcting.

Coincidentally, over 40% of people in the Northwest of England have struggled to attend a dentist appointment, whether this be through failure to be referred by the NHS, or for other reasons.

The team here at Eye & Dental Clinic are leading by example in both minor eye care and cosmetic dentistry, along with emergency dental treatment, provided by real people whose aim and passion is to provide remarkable clinical care so you can live comfortably.

What is a Chalazion?

A chalazion is a bump that begins to form on the inside of the eyelid as a result of an oil gland in your eye becoming blocked. A chalazion looks fairly similar to a stye, though there are differences. A chalazion occurs further back towards the eyelid.

If left untreated, a chalazion will end up becoming larger with swelling, which could put pressure on your eyeball and affect your vision. Despite this, a chalazion is not normally painful.

Chalazion is often mistaken for a stye; although these conditions are similar, they aren’t the same, though a chalazion can occur as a result of a stye.

How can I avoid a chalazion?

As a chalazion can occur as a result of a bacterial infection, there are some steps you can take that should avoid a chalazion.

• Wash your hands often, especially after using the bathroom.
• Try not to touch your eyes. If you need to, make sure your hands are clean beforehand.
• Change your towels regularly. Any towel that you use regularly, especially ones that touch your face, should be changed and cleaned regularly.
• Do not share face towels.
• If you wear contact lenses, be sure to clean your hands before and after removing or applying them.
• Clean any makeup application brushes/equipment regularly, and don’t share any application equipment that touches your skin.

Can I go to an optician to treat a chalazion?

No. Even though opticians deal with our eyes, their focus is mainly based on correcting our vision; in any instance of abnormalities or worries they have with our eyesight, they may refer us to a doctor for further treatment.

You can not book an optician appointment for a chalazion. With that being said, if you attend your optician appointment with a chalazion, you will likely be made to rebook your appointment, as your eyes may be touching their equipment, which only increases the risk of spreading the infection to other people.

The only instance in which you can attend an appointment for chalazion treatment would be through clinics such as Eye & Dental Clinic, which can treat chalazion safely and provide you with correct guidance afterwards.

Do eyedrops treat a chalazion?

As a chalazion is caused by infection, any eyedrop must have properties that will treat the infection. These properties are not in all eyedrops; the best course of action is to get your chalazion checked by a doctor and have the appropriate eyedrops prescribed to you.

Why do I keep getting a chalazion?

A repeated case of getting a chalazion can be down to poor hygiene. Unfortunately, if your hygiene is not the issue, a constant chalazion infection could be a sign of something worse. Please check with your doctor if you have a recurring chalazion.

Will a hardened chalazion go away?

A hardened chalazion has every possibility to go away with some treatments you can do from home. However, if these treatments don’t result in any positive changes, seeing an eyecare professional will be the best option to take.

Treatments for a chalazion at home

• Use a warm compress. The pores on your skin become looser when they are around heat or made warm, this is essentially your body’s way of breathing out any excess heat. This principle can apply to chalazion’s too.
• Simply soak a washcloth in hot water, and hold it to your eyelid for a minimum of 10 to 15 minutes. Repeat this process a minimum of 3 times a day. The warmth should help the oil gland to drain.
• Over-the-counter eyedrops. You can buy eyedrops that can help to treat your chalazion before needing to see a doctor. This should be the next option if the warm compress does not work. If this method doesn’t work, you may have to see an eye care professional.

Professional chalazion treatments

• Depending on the severity of your infection, antibiotics may be prescribed to you to ensure the infection is eradicated. A steroid shot may also be an option.
• Surgery (drainage). If the chalazion does not change or begins to affect your vision, you may need to drain it to prevent further discomfort. This is a fairly simple procedure that can be done with local anaesthesia.

How long does a chalazion take to heal?

A chalazion can take anywhere up to a week to heal, that’s if you follow the steps we have outlined already. If your chalazion gets more painful, or larger, or affects your vision, then you must seek medical assistance immediately.

Aside from following the treatments we have highlighted, avoid wearing eye makeup, touching your eyes, wearing contact lenses and sharing towels. You should also never try to ‘pop’ the chalazion either; aside from the compress method, it should not be touched or tampered with.

Where to get a chalazion treated

For those in the Northwest and beyond, Eye & Dental Clinic are here to provide the help you need, whether it be treatment for chalazions, aesthetic dental work, or emergency appointments in the eye and dental department.

In reference to a chalazion, we have the specialist equipment, staff, and expertise required to treat yours as soon as possible, and in cases where you may need to be referred to someone else, we can also get that sorted for you.

Book an appointment today, or contact us if you have any queries you need answered before making a booking.

Eye & Dental Clinic – Dental services

For those considering a dental checkup with us, here’s what you can expect.

• Professional examination of your mouth, teeth and gums.
• Enquiries about you, your general health and any specific dental problems you may have experienced recently.
• Enquiries about your lifestyle and advice on diet, alcohol and smoking.
• Advice on good cleaning practices and ways to keep your mouth, teeth and gums healthy.
• Diagnosis of any problems and explaining a treatment plan.
• A clear explanation of any treatment you may require, the costs involved and any risk it may incur.
• A mouth cancer screening, to check for early signs or pre-cancerous changes in the mouth and throat.
• Advice on your next course of action and booking a return appointment.

For any possible treatments you may need, here is our price list for dental treatments.

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In this blog, we hope to have provided an answer to the question ‘Will hardened chalazion go away?’ whilst also giving you supplementary guidance, in addition to the stellar, affordable and professional services we offer for your teeth and eyes.

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