How to treat a painful stye at home in days

A stye (also spelled “sty,” medically called a hordeolum) is a red, painful bump on your eyelid. It looks a lot like a pimple, but it’s caused by a localized infection. Usually, it’s due to bacteria (often Staphylococcus) infecting an oil gland in your eyelid, or the base of an eyelash follicle. Healthline+2Harvard Health+2

There are two types:

External styes: those that form on the edge of the eyelid, often at the base of an eyelash follicle. Harvard Health

Internal styes: develop deeper in an oil-producing gland inside the eyelid. Harvard Health

How Long Do They Last?
Most styes heal on their own in 1–2 weeks with proper self-care. Cleveland Clinic+2aad.org+2

According to the Cleveland Clinic, while an “overnight cure” is unlikely, many styes improve significantly with early home treatment. Cleveland Clinic

In some cases where a stye doesn’t improve or gets worse, you may need a doctor’s help. WebMD+1

Why Home Treatment Helps

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