Ever woken up with a sore, red bump on your eyelid that makes blinking a painful task? Yep—chances are, you’ve met the infamous stye (also known in medical terms as a hordeolum).
While these little bumps might seem like a minor inconvenience, they can seriously mess with your day. The good news? Most styes are harmless and go away on their own—but if you’re looking for relief fast, natural remedies can make a big difference.
Let’s dive into what causes styes, how to recognize them, and the best at-home treatments to get your eye back to normal—without a pharmacy run.
What Exactly Is a Stye?
A stye is a small, painful red bump that forms on your eyelid, usually at the base of an eyelash. It happens when one of the oil glands around your eye gets clogged or infected—most often by a common bacteria called Staphylococcus aureus.
Think of it like a pimple, but on your eyelid. Not fun.
What Causes a Stye?
Several things can contribute to a stye forming, including:
Touching your eyes with dirty hands
Sleeping in your eye makeup
Using old or contaminated cosmetics
Chronic eyelid inflammation (blepharitis)
Skin conditions like rosacea
Health issues like diabetes
In short: Bacteria plus blocked oil gland equals stye.
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