What Are Chalazia?
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6. Things to Avoid with Chalazia
It may be tempting to scratch or squeeze a lump to relieve the pressure. Squeezing or scratching a chalazion can damage the delicate eyelid skin, exposing it to infection from bacteria on your hands. This could slow the healing process and make the inflammation worse.
Another thing best avoided when having a chalazion is using makeup to cover it up. Because a blocked oil duct caused the chalazion in the first place, layering makeup could cause it to grow bigger and become tender.
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