A chalazion/stye can occur on the outer angle of the eyelid. A chalazion/stye can occur at the eyelid edge. This large chalazion is most likely painful and must be treated vigorously to avoid developing bacterial complications. A chalazion/stye can occur on the inner surface of the eyelid (tarsal side). A cheese-like (sebaceous) discharge from the chalazion is often seen, especially after applying hot compresses.
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Stye (Hordeolum and Chalazion)  Information for adults

Picture of Stye (Hordeolum and Chalazion): A chalazion/stye can occur on the outer angle of the eyelid. Divider line
A chalazion/stye can occur on the outer angle of the eyelid.
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Signs and Symptoms
One should be suspicious of having a stye when there is the rather rapid development of a pus-filled bump (pustule) or swelling on the edge of the eyelid or on the lid itself. Chalazions are more of a rounded lump and are harder in consistency.

Some of the things you may experience include:

  • Pain
  • Redness of the eye
  • Discharge from the swelling
  • Tenderness to touch
  • Tearing
  • Very mild blurring of vision
  • Burning sensation
  • Scratchy feeling in the eye
  • Drooping of the eyelid
  • Crusting of the eyelid edges
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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