A chalazion is a cyst in the eyelid caused by a blocked meibomian gland that produces an oil to moisturize the eyes. The blockage can be caused by eyelid inflammation or conditions like rosacea. Symptoms include watery eyes, swelling, and tenderness of the eyelid. Most chalazions can be treated with warm compresses and gentle massage to drain the fluid, but some may require incision by an eye specialist to drain or steroid injections if not improving. Proper eyelid hygiene can help prevent chalazion by keeping glands unclogged.

1. CHALAZION
MEENA RANA
SCHOOL OF NURSING
HERBERTPUR CHRISTIAN HOSPITAL

2. DEFINITION
• A chalazion or meibomian cyst is a cyst in the eyelid usually due to a
blocked meibomian gland, typically in the middle of the eyelid, red,
and not painful.

3. CAUSES
• We have glands throughout our body. They make things that cells,
tissues, and organs need to work the way they should.
• The meibomian glands in upper and lower eyelids make oil that mixes
with tears to moisten and protect eyes. If the oil gets too thick or if
the glands are blocked because of inflammation, Person may get a
chalazion.

4. Chalazion Risk Factors
• Eyelid inflammation (blepharitis)
• A skin condition like seborrheic dermatitis or acne rosacea
• diabetes
• Had a chalazion before

5. Signs and symptoms
• Watery eyes
• Mild eye irritation
• Blurry vision
• Painless swelling on the eyelid
• Eyelid tenderness
• Heaviness of the eyelid
• Redness of conjunctiva

6. Diagnosis
• Health history.
• External eye exam
• Thorough eyelid exam.

7. MANAGEMENT AND TREATMENT
• Most chalazia go away in a month or less.
• First, never push on a chalazion or try to pop it. You can injure your eye. Instead, for home
treatment, try:
• Warm compresses: Wet a clean washcloth with warm water. Hold it on the affected eye
for 15 minutes. Do this at least three times a day to help the blocked oil gland open up.
• Massage: Gently massage the eyelid a few times a day. Massage for a few minutes each
day, using light to medium pressure. Gentle massage can help open the blocked oil gland.
• Good hygiene: Don’t wear eye makeup while you have a chalazion. After the chalazion
drains, keep the area clean. Follow good eye health practices, and avoid touching your
eyes.
• If the chalazion doesn’t go away, you should seek help from an eye specialist. The
chalazion may need to have the fluid drained through a small incision. You may also need
an injection of steroids to reduce swelling and inflammation.

8. Chalazion Prevention
• keeping your eyelids clean:
• Wash your hands often
• Wash your eyelids before you to go to bed to remove makeup and
other things that can clog your glands.
• Replace your eye makeup every 2 or 3 months.
• Don’t share makeup with anyone else.

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