Is my chalazion too small to be removed? Am I stuck with this for the rest of my life? (photo)

The very seldom represent an infection. While it is common for ophthalmologists to offer surgery for these, many will resolve on their own. Those that don’t can be treated with a kenalog injection, avoiding the need for surgery.

Thanks for your photos and questions. A chalazion is a condition on the spectrum of eyelid gland dysfunction, or a problem that can occur as a result of certain glands in the eyelid becoming "clogged." Sometimes the chalazion can form a dense capsule and become more like a cyst. In these cases, it can take many months to resolve. The size does not matter, although it is more common for these types of cystic chalazia to be larger. The treatment can include warm compresses, steroid injection, or minor surgery to drain or excise the cyst. Regardless of what you do, it can take 2-3 interventions on average to fully resolve the problem. In addition, you may benefit from eyelid scrubs or taking flaxseed oil as a supplement to help prevent future styes from becoming chalazia and cysts. I recommend seeing an oculoplastic surgeon to discuss your treatment options and choosing the best next step for you. Hope this helps!