What Are Chalazia?
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Chalazia (or chalazion in the singular) are small lumps or cysts found on the eyelid. These cysts are often painless and slow-growing. Chalazia develop when the sebaceous glands on the eyelid become blocked or inflamed, causing a buildup of fluid.
These sebaceous, or oil, glands are responsible for keeping eye areas moistened. When these glands become blocked, the body initiates an inflammatory response, which causes swelling. Chalazia can clear up on their own or may need to be treated by a doctor. Below you can find some interesting facts about chalazia.
