Chalazion (for ~6 months) - Steroid shot OR Chalazion removal?

October 2, 2019
Asked By:Rakil in California, CA

I have this ugly, large Chalazion on my eye. I have had it for 6 months. I am also 7 months pregnant. My options are: 1. Either do a Kenalog 10 shot, but my opthalmologist says it may or may not work ----also, is Kenalog 10 on the eyelid safe for pregnancy???? 2. Have a local anesthetic and remove the Chalazion. But is this safe for pregnancy? Maybe it's better to do the shot first and see if I get any results? Thanks!

Answers (3)

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October 3, 2019

Answer: Chalazia surgery is virtually unnecessary thanks to kenalog/5-FU injection to the chalazia.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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October 3, 2019

Answer: Chalazia surgery is virtually unnecessary thanks to kenalog/5-FU injection to the chalazia.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
October 3, 2019

Answer: Chalazion Removal

October 3, 2019

Answer: Chalazion Removal

October 3, 2019

Answer: Both work

October 3, 2019

Answer: Both work

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