What's a good poultice for a stye (I think it's a stye)?

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What's a good poultice for a stye (I think it's a stye)?

Any other suggestions? My eyelid is swollen and feels like there's something in my eye.

2007-02-06 10:26:44 · 3 answers · asked by ♥Pretty♥ ♥Kitty♥ 7 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases

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Any warm, moist compress will do. Since it is near your eye, you want to avoid any additives. You may want to see a doctor just to make sure it is a sty and not conjunctivitis or cellulitis of the eyelid, which would require antibiotic therapy.

2007-02-06 10:35:00 · answer #1 · answered by phantomlimb7 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋

You can try a used tea bag, it is warm and the tannin helps reduce the swelling. You may want to go to the doctor if this does not help.

2007-02-06 19:05:21 · answer #2 · answered by mliz55 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋

A hot compress.

2007-02-06 18:34:37 · answer #3 · answered by Amy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋