Clean Lids Twice Daily
Continue using diluted baby shampoo or a gentle eyelid cleanser (lid scrub) to clean eyelid margins once or twice daily. Healthline+1
Avoid Irritants
Do not wear eye makeup until the stye has healed. Harvard Health
Stop using contact lenses until symptoms resolve. nhs.uk
Avoid rubbing your eye. Touching it can make things worse. Cleveland Clinic
Days 4–7: Expect Improvement + Maintain Routine
If you’re doing the home treatments correctly, by day 4 to day 7 you should start to notice changes:
Reduction in Swelling & Pain
The bump may soften, become less red, and drain slightly.
Pain typically eases as the infection begins to resolve.
Keep doing warm compresses 3–5 times per day as before. The compress helps open the clogged gland and encourage drainage. medicalnewstoday.com
Maintain clean, warm washcloths — don’t reuse dirty ones.
Hygiene Is Key
Clean the eyelid margins daily with mild soap or eyelid scrub. Vision Center+1
Wash your hands before and after touching the eye area to avoid re-infection or spreading bacteria. Cleveland Clinic
Monitor for Pus or Drainage
If the stye opens or drains, allow the fluid to come out naturally.
Continue Pain Management
If necessary, continue with over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen or acetaminophen, per instructions. aad.org
If pain and swelling persist, or worsen, this may be a sign to see a doctor. WebMD+1
Day 8 Onwards: Recovery or When to Seek Medical Help
By day 8 or later, one of two general scenarios should be happening:
Scenario A — The Stye Is Improving
Less pain, swelling is reduced, possibly a small crust or scab where drainage happened.
Continue warm compresses 2–3 times daily unti
l everything resolves.
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