
25/09/2025
What is a Chalazion?
A chalazion is a red bump on your eyelid. It’s sometimes called an eyelid cyst or a meibomian cyst.
Painless, localized swelling (lump) on the eyelid caused by blockage and inflammation of a meibomian gland (oil gland) inside the eyelid.
🩺 Causes
It develops when something blocks a small oil gland in your eyelid. These glands (meibomian glands) help keep your eyes moist. A blocked gland begins retaining oil and swells. Eventually, the fluid will drain, causing irritation to your surrounding eyelid skin. This irritation can lead to a hard lump filled with the oil and fluid on your eyelid.
Often follows blepharitis (eyelid inflammation) or recurrent styes.
Symptoms
Firm, round lump in the eyelid.
Minimal or no pain.
Cosmetic concern.
Blurred vision if large.
Treatment
1. Warm compresses (4–5 times daily).
2. Gentle eyelid massage.
3. Good eyelid hygiene.
4. Antibiotic + steroid eye drops (if inflamed).
👉 Chalazion is not contagious and usually resolves with simple care, but recurrent cases may need medical attention.