I had a massive chalazion and after each surgery it appeared smaller but it was still there. The second time I went for surgery the doctor said it was scar tissue left from the chalazion so he said he got most of it out and the eye drops should flatten my eyelids out. It's almost 2 weeks after surgery and it still looks the same to me, I don't really know how to help reduce scar tissue, and If I should use warm compresses a few days after the op. What can I do to reduce this bump appearance on my eyelid ?
Answer: Consider seeing an actual oculoplastic surgeon. Seeing a fellowship trained oculoplastic surgeon with well worth your while to help get this resolved. While general ophthalmologist do treat chalazia, eyelids are not their practice focus. The American Society for Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery maintains a geographic directory on their website that will help you find a well qualified surgeon to help you with this issue (ASOPRS dot org).
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Answer: Consider seeing an actual oculoplastic surgeon. Seeing a fellowship trained oculoplastic surgeon with well worth your while to help get this resolved. While general ophthalmologist do treat chalazia, eyelids are not their practice focus. The American Society for Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery maintains a geographic directory on their website that will help you find a well qualified surgeon to help you with this issue (ASOPRS dot org).
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Answer: Recurrent Chalazia While there is a low likelihood for an eyelid tumor or cancer, I would suggest a biopsy to cover all bases. The abnormal area of eyelid/glands can be surgically removed altogether, but I would suggest seeing an oculoplastic surgeon who specializes in removal of lesions of the eyelid to ensure the best aesthetic result.
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Answer: Recurrent Chalazia While there is a low likelihood for an eyelid tumor or cancer, I would suggest a biopsy to cover all bases. The abnormal area of eyelid/glands can be surgically removed altogether, but I would suggest seeing an oculoplastic surgeon who specializes in removal of lesions of the eyelid to ensure the best aesthetic result.
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March 18, 2018
Answer: Chalazion removal You should get a biopsy of it first, to make sure it is in fact a chalazion. Once it is confirmed, the injection of Kenalog 40 into the scar will significantly reduce the lump.
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March 18, 2018
Answer: Chalazion removal You should get a biopsy of it first, to make sure it is in fact a chalazion. Once it is confirmed, the injection of Kenalog 40 into the scar will significantly reduce the lump.
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March 18, 2018
Answer: Getting rid of a stye Sometimes, it may take multiple procedures to completely treat a chalazion. Even when the chalazion is "cut out", it can recur, which is very frustrating for the patient and doctor alike. Kenalog is often used to treat chalazia, but one of the main risks is permanent skin depigmentation (i.e., it can turn your skin white). 5FU is another alternative, but that is an off-label use. Hope it goes away soon!
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March 18, 2018
Answer: Getting rid of a stye Sometimes, it may take multiple procedures to completely treat a chalazion. Even when the chalazion is "cut out", it can recur, which is very frustrating for the patient and doctor alike. Kenalog is often used to treat chalazia, but one of the main risks is permanent skin depigmentation (i.e., it can turn your skin white). 5FU is another alternative, but that is an off-label use. Hope it goes away soon!
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March 18, 2018
Answer: Difficult to shift chalazia Some larger chalazia take time to settle after incision and curettage surgery and there is a residual swelling and inflammation. If there is ANY doubt that it is a chalazion, then a biopsy must be taken for histopathological examination to exclude meibomian cell carcinoma. Some large chalazion recur or partly persist as they are loculated and require a longer incision or repeat incision and curettage. Mostly there is a residual swelling with redness that can settle either with topical antibiotic steroid cream or small injection of kenalog. An oculoplastic surgeon can look under the eyelid to see if there is the tell tale sign of a grey creamy swelling on the tarsal conjunctival aspect, which confirms a collection of fluid gel within the meibomian cyst, which is suitable for further incision. 5FU (5 fluorouracil) has been recommended as an injection for the treatment of chalazion, but it often requires more than one injection. From Miss Jane Olver, Oculoplastic Surgeon, London UK
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March 18, 2018
Answer: Difficult to shift chalazia Some larger chalazia take time to settle after incision and curettage surgery and there is a residual swelling and inflammation. If there is ANY doubt that it is a chalazion, then a biopsy must be taken for histopathological examination to exclude meibomian cell carcinoma. Some large chalazion recur or partly persist as they are loculated and require a longer incision or repeat incision and curettage. Mostly there is a residual swelling with redness that can settle either with topical antibiotic steroid cream or small injection of kenalog. An oculoplastic surgeon can look under the eyelid to see if there is the tell tale sign of a grey creamy swelling on the tarsal conjunctival aspect, which confirms a collection of fluid gel within the meibomian cyst, which is suitable for further incision. 5FU (5 fluorouracil) has been recommended as an injection for the treatment of chalazion, but it often requires more than one injection. From Miss Jane Olver, Oculoplastic Surgeon, London UK
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