What is a stye? | Patient Explainers

A stye is a common but painful eyelid infection. It usually looks like a small yellow pus-filled spot on the edge of the eyelid. Most styes get better on their own and do not need medical treatment. Hot compresses can ease the pain and encourage the stye to burst. Find out more: /health/swollen-eyelid/stye

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