Calazio: why is the cyst on the eyelid and how is it eliminated?

Those of meibomian they are glands located inside the eyelid that, thanks to their own secretion, contribute to the formation of tears. If the channels of these structures become clogged, they can occur inflammation which in some cases becomes chronic and manifests itself through a small inflated and painful growth, similar to a cyst, to the right of the eyelid.

What are the causes?

As also underlined by the Istituto Superiore di Sanità, no specific cause has yet been identified at the origin of the disorder, which is very common and which usually affects people aged 30 to 50 years old. It is badumed, however, that calazio can be favored by eating disordersof visual defects incorrect in pediatric age, blepharitis or even dermatological disorders such as rosacea acne and eczema.

What are the symptoms?

The chalazion is manifested precisely by a granuloma that can affect both the upper and lower eyelids, accompanied by swelling more or less extensive, reddening, photophobia, liquid secretion, inflammation of the conjunctiva e blurred vision. The extent of the cyst may vary. However, if it is bulky, it can compress the cornea and create visual disturbances and prevent the eyelid from opening properly.

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How is it treated?

In most cases, the calculation tends to heal spontaneously within 2-8 weeks. If this does not happen, the specialist can opt for local therapy based on steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (corticosteroids), recommending that the edges of the eyelid should always be well cleaned and dry so that the gland channels are clear. If the skin is very swollen and red, it would be better avoid making compresses with hot water because they could make the situation worse. Within ten days, the disorder should disappear.

When you opt for surgery

If the drug treatment does not give the expected results, the ophthalmologist can suggest surgery, always preceded and followed by a antibiotic treatment which prevents or contrasts bacterial infections. The specialist grave eyelid and proceeds to a courettage, ie curettage to eliminate benign neofromation. The outpatient operation is usually performed in local anesthesia (except for children, who are deeply sedated).

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