Styes on bot eyes that turned into chalazion. Surgery was suggested to drain them but I would like to try Kenalog first? (Photo)

May 1, 2022
Asked By:ag1999 in Sterling Heights, Michigan

Around 3 months ago I got 2 huge painful styes on my eyes that have now turned into chalazions (from what I am told). Initially I was prescribed keflex and tobramyacin drops and was doing hot compresses religiously. I’m still doing hot compress 1x or 2x a day followed by digital massage but this seems to irritate them. Th photos are after heat and massage. I was referred to ophthalmologist who wants to surgically drain them. I would like to try Kenalog first. Would this be a good idea?

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Answers (2)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
MOST RECENT
May 6, 2022

Answer: Kenalog

Sana Ali, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
MOST RECENT
May 6, 2022

Answer: Kenalog

Sana Ali, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
May 3, 2022

Answer: They like surgery because they get paid more money by the insurance company for surgery.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
May 3, 2022

Answer: They like surgery because they get paid more money by the insurance company for surgery.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology

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