Chalazion

GENERAL INFORMATION:

What is it? A chalazion (kuh-la-zee-un) is a lump on the eyelid. With care it should get better in 1 to 2 months. You should not have eye pain or changes in your vision (seeing).

Causes: A chalazion is caused when an oil gland in the eye gets blocked. When the gland is blocked, it swells.

Signs and Symptoms: Your eye may feel irritated and your eyelid may swell.

Care: A small chalazion that is not infected usually goes away by itself in 1 or 2 months. You can put a warm, clean wet washcloth on your eyelid to help lessen pain. This will also help it heal faster. Some chalazions become large and you will need to get care and medicine from your caregiver. Sometimes surgery may be needed.

CARE AGREEMENT:

You have the right to help plan your care. To help with this plan, you must learn about your health condition and how it may be treated. You can then discuss treatment options with your caregivers. Work with them to decide what care may be used to treat you. You always have the right to refuse treatment.

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