What Are Chalazia?
Article Sources
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1. Painless Growing Lump
Chalazia are often painless and slow-growing. They can sometimes be confused with sties. Sties or “styes” are a different type of small lump that develops on the eyelid, usually tender to the touch and containing a bacterial infection.
Chalazia grow slowly, but left untreated, can swell and affects a persons’ eyesight. These cysts are usually painless but can become tender if touched too much due to bacteria from our hands. This bacteria can infect the chalazion, causing it to become more inflamed, and the swelling may eventually affect the entire lid.
