How to treat a painful stye at home in days

Do not apply eye makeup while the stye is present. Cleveland Clinic

Avoid using contact lenses until it’s completely healed. Dirty or contaminated lenses may worsen the infection. nhs.uk

Take Pain Reliever if Needed

Use ibuprofen or acetaminophen to reduce pain and inflammation, following the directions on the label. Healthline

Gentle Eyelid Cleaning

Mix a small amount of baby shampoo (tear-free) with warm water. Cleveland Clinic

Use a clean cotton swab or washcloth to gently wipe along your eyelid margin to remove oil, crusts, or debris. Healthline

Days 2–3: Continue Self-Care + Monitor Progress
Repeat Warm Compress Regularly

Continue applying warm compresses 3–5 times daily, keeping the washcloth warm as you go. This will help the stye soften, drain, and ease. Healthline+1

If the stye begins to drain, keep using fresh compresses and replace the cloth when it gets soiled. Harvard Health

Lid Massage (If Recommended by Source)

According to some advice, after compressing, you can gently massage the eyelid with clean fingers to help express the gland’s content. Harvard Health

Be very gentle — do not squeeze or pop the stye itself. Squeezing can worsen the infection or push pus deeper into the tissue. Cleveland Clinic+1

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