Excisions
Chalazion
A chalazion is a localized inflammatory response involving sebaceous glands of the eyelid that occurs when the gland duct is obstructed. A chalazion may resolve spontaneously or with warm compresses, lid scrubs, and lid massage. When there is no improvement, the chalazion may be excised.
After local anesthesia, a chalazion instrument is put in place and an incision is made in the inner aspect of the eyelid. The contents of the chalazion are then carefully drained with a curette followed by gentle pressure or heat cautery to control any bleeding.
A chalazion can develop and you might not see any symptoms. When there are symptoms, they can include:
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a bump on the eyelid, sometimes becoming red and swollen. Occasionally it can be tender.
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rarely, an entirely swollen eyelid
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blurry vision, if the chalazion is large enough to press on the eye.