10 Common Eye Diseases
Eye Disease #8: Hordeolum
You may not have heard of hordeolum before, but it’s actually far more common than you might think. In fact, there’s a good chance you have even had it yourself. It will likely sound far more familiar when you realize that hordeolum is the official medical term for a stye.
Styes occur when bacteria are able to clog and proliferate at the base of eyelashes. This causes the eyelids to swell and become sore, but they will usually go away in a few days or so. You can help speed their removal with some gentle cleaning to help remove the bacteria. In rare cases, surgery may be necessary.
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