I had a star on my upper eye lid. What do I do now? (Photo)

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So there a big bump on my upper right eye lid

John J. Martin, Jr., MD · Answer

Put some warm compresses on 4 times a day.   THey usually will start to improve after a few days.  If the whole lid gets red, warm and tender, then you may need antibiotics.  If not, let it resolve which can take a while. If it doesn't go away see an oculoplastic surgeon who can inject it with a steroid, and excise if necessary.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

If this does not resolve in the next month, see an ophthalmologist.  Ask for a kenalog injection as an alternative to surgery if surgery is recommended.  Many of these simply melt away.  If the eyelid gets worse, consider seeing a doctor earlier rather than later.

Edwin Ishoo, MD · Answer

This is a Stye or Chalazion. If acutely infected, you will need antibiotics, warm compress and avoid wearing any makeup on your eyelids and lashes. If it persists, an ophthalmologist may need to drain or excise it.

Donald W. Kress, MD, FACS · Answer

This is probably a type of cyst that forms in the eyelids. Best to see an ophthalmologist. They will probably prescribe antibiotics and may suggest a drainage procedure. There are tumors of the eyelids but they are uncommon.

I had a star on my upper eye lid. What do I do now? (Photo)

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Answer: You need to see an ophthalmologist

Answer: You need to see an ophthalmologist

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I had a star on my upper eye lid. What do I do now? (Photo)

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Answer: You need to see an ophthalmologist

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