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Styes: Why That Painful Eyelid Bump Happens and How to Heal It Safely

Styes: Why That Painful Eyelid Bump Happens and How to Heal It Safely

A stye is a painful, red bump on the eyelid caused by a blocked and infected oil gland, often linked to underlying eyelid inflammation like blepharitis or meibomian gland dysfunction. The good news is that most styes heal safely with consistent warm compresses and proper eyelid hygiene. This article explains why styes happen, how to treat them correctly, and how a simple daily routine can help prevent them from coming back.