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Chalazion

Chalazion

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Is a type of:

Eye infections • Eye disorders • Bacterial eye infections

How long it usually lasts:

Short-term (lasts days to weeks)

How common it is:

Very common
Baby
0-2
Rare
Toddler
3-5
Preteen
6-13
Common
Teenager
14-18
Very common
Young adult
19-40
Very common
Middle-aged adult
41-60
Very common
Senior
60+
Very common

How it can usually be treated?

Can be cured with medical treatment

How is it usually diagnosed?

Requires diagnosis by a medical professional

Body locations

Head, Eye

Medications

Ratings show how effective doctors think these medications are at treating Chalazion
Topical antibiotic
Tobramycin eye drops

Procedures

Ratings show how effective doctors think these procedures are at treating Chalazion

Surgery

Curettage
Incision and drainage
Eyelid surgery

Other treatments

Warm compresses

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Which type of doctor preforms chalazion removals?

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Is it common for a Chalazion to last more than a month?

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Can you start exercising hours after your chalazion surgery?

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What make-up can I use to minimize the size and appearance of my chalazion?

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A 44-year old female asked:

Hi doc just want to ask how much it cost when I get my chalazion remove? Thanks a lot .

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