Fast Relief from Stye: Stye Eye Treatment in Wakad and Hinjewadi
What is a Stye?
A stye, also known as a hordeolum, is a painful, red bump on or near the edge of the eyelid, often resembling a pimple or boil. It’s typically caused by a bacterial infection, most often Staphylococcus aureus, in a clogged oil gland or eyelash follicle.
These pesky eye infections are incredibly common, and honestly, they can make your entire day miserable. The good news?
Dr. Nitesh Bhalla has been helping people in Wakad achieve fast relief from stye infections for years, and most patients experience significant improvement within just a day or two of treatment.
Here’s what we want you to know: You don’t have to suffer through a stye hoping it’ll go away on its own. Professional stye treatment in Wakad can provide quick relief and prevent the infection from getting worse.
What's Actually Happening to Your Eyelid?
Think of your eyelid like a busy neighbourhood with lots of tiny oil glands. These glands help keep your eyes moist and comfortable. Sometimes, one of these glands becomes blocked and infected with bacteria, resulting in a stye.
There are actually two types of styes:
External Stye (Hordeolum)
This forms on the outside of your eyelid and looks like a small pimple. It usually happens when an eyelash follicle gets infected. These are more common and often more painful initially.
Internal Stye (Chalazion)
This develops inside your eyelid when an oil gland gets blocked. It might start as a painless bump but can become tender and swollen. These sometimes take longer to develop, but can grow larger.
Most styes develop because of:
Touching your eyes with unwashed hands
Using old or contaminated eye makeup
Not removing makeup properly
Chronic eyelid inflammation (blepharitis)
Stress or lack of sleep (which can weaken your immune system)
Hormonal changes
Signs You Need Professional Stye Eye Treatment in Wakad and Hinjewadi
While some small styes might resolve on their own, you should definitely see Dr. Bhalla if you're experiencing:
A painful, red bump on your eyelid that's getting bigger
Swelling that's affecting your vision
Tenderness that makes it hard to blink comfortably
Discharge or pus coming from the bump
The stye hasn't improved after a few days of home care
You're getting styes frequently (more than a few times a year)
Your entire eyelid is red and swollen
You have a fever along with the stye
Your vision is blurry or affected
Many of our patients initially try to treat styes at home, but professional treatment can provide faster relief and prevent complications. Dr. Bhalla often sees patients who wish they’d come in sooner rather than suffering through days of discomfort.
What Happens If You Don't Get Treatment for a Stye in the Eye?
Leaving a stye untreated can lead to serious problems. Dr. Bhalla has seen patients who waited too long and ended up dealing with complications that could have been easily prevented.
Here’s what can happen if you don’t get proper treatment:
The infection can spread
What starts as a small bump can spread to other parts of your eyelid or even to your entire eye area. This makes treatment more complicated and recovery much longer.
Chronic chalazion formation
An untreated stye can turn into a hard, painless lump called a chalazion that doesn’t go away on its own. These often require surgical removal and can cause permanent changes to your eyelid shape.