Why Choose The Ezra Clinic for Chalazion Treatment?
Choosing The Ezra Clinic for your chalazion removal or eye cyst treatment means opting for a leading specialist in London, renowned for delivering exceptional care.
Our clinic is distinguished for its advanced treatment options for chalazia, including the latest surgical techniques and comprehensive aftercare. We understand eyelid cysts' discomfort and aesthetic concerns, which is why we offer a personalised, one-stop service.
From the initial consultation to the cutting-edge chalazion removal London procedures, our team ensures a seamless, comfortable experience. With a focus on minimising downtime and maximising aesthetic outcomes, The Ezra Clinic is the preferred choice for those seeking effective chalazion treatments in London.
Chalazion cyst on lower eyelid
What is a Chalazion?
A chalazion, also known as a meibomian cyst, is a common, benign eyelid cyst that forms when the oil-producing meibomian glands in the eyelids become blocked. These cysts, appearing as lumps on the eyelid or lumps inside the eyelid, are not only a cosmetic concern but can also cause discomfort.
What Are The Causes of Chalazia?
Chalazia develop when the meibomian glands, responsible for secreting oils that lubricate the eye, get clogged. Conditions like blepharitis, seborrheic dermatitis, and rosacea can increase the risk of gland blockage, leading to the formation of a cyst on the eyelid or a lump under the eyelid.
What Are The Complications That Come With A Chalazion?
Although unsightly, chalazia rarely leads to any visual problems. If the chalazion becomes infected, this could lead to preseptal cellulitis, which must be treated with oral antibiotics. The cysts often form into a hard eyelid lump, which may be present for many months. There are a few things you should not do with a chalazion in order not to make it worse.
What Are The Signs and Symptoms of a Chalazion?
A chalazion typically presents as a firm, red, painless lump on the eyelid, growing over several weeks. In some cases, individuals may have multiple chalazia affecting the upper and lower eyelids.
How Can You Prevent A Chalazion From Developing?
It’s possible to avoid getting a chalazion by practising good lid hygiene. You should wash your hands thoroughly and often, especially before touching your eyes, eyelids, or the surrounding area. Wash your face daily and clean your eyelids with a cotton pad or a clean flannel with a drop of baby shampoo or a blepharitis cleaning solution.
Medical treatment of skin conditions such as seborrheic dermatitis or acne rosacea can help break the recurrent chalazia cycle. Limited evidence exists that certain supplements, such as flax seed oil and omega 3, help alter the oil composition of meibomian glands and prevent chalazia from recurring.
What Are The Treatments For Chalazia?
In most cases, a chalazion will resolve over time with the help of some home remedies, although this could take several weeks, if not months. Treatment for chalazion include:
- Warm Compress - You can start treating a chalazion during its initial phase with a warm compress, such as a clean washcloth soaked and wrung in hot water. Gently hold the warm compress over the chalazion for 10 to 15 minutes up to six times a day. This will help liquify the hardened oil and stimulate the blocked oil gland to drain itself naturally. Remember to keep the washcloth for your own personal use to avoid contaminating others. Heated eye masks, which can be bought over the counter, are also highly effective, as these tend to retain heat for longer periods of time.
- Eye Massage – A gentle eye massage will further promote drainage of the meibomian glands after your warm compress treatment. Make sure to wash your hands before applying pressure to the chalazion, and do not attempt to squeeze or pop it, as this will lead to tissue damage and further inflammation.
- Go Makeup Free – It is essential to forego eye makeup until your chalazion completely heals and ensure that makeup has been thoroughly removed before bed. Mascaras, eyeliners and heavy eyeshadows can clog the meibomian gland orifices and can be a culprit of chalazia over time. If you've experienced a chalazion, replace all eye makeup during this period, as the bacteria may have contaminated it.
- Chalazion Surgery - This simple procedure uses local anaesthetic to numb the eyelid. A small incision is made on the inside of the eyelid to allow the eye cyst's contents to drain. This is effective in approximately 70% of patients. In certain patients, the cyst no longer contains liquid contents but is formed of inflammatory granulation tissue, which does not respond well to surgery.
- Steroid Injection - Steroids may be injected into the cyst to treat the inflammatory granulation tissue. Your ophthalmologist will advise you on the best eyelid cyst treatment for you.
One Stop Chalazion Service
We understand that a chalazion can be very frustrating to treat and unsightly; therefore, you may remove it surgically.
At The Ezra Clinic, we offer a one-stop consultation service where you can be reviewed and treated on the same day. This includes a consultation with one of our ophthalmologists, followed by surgery or steroid injection if required. This day case procedure under local anaesthetic takes about 30 minutes.
What is the recovery from a chalazion surgery?
Following surgery, you will be prescribed antibiotic ointment to use, and a pad will be placed over the eye. We recommend keeping the pad on until the next morning. The antibiotic ointment will be used four times per day for 5 days. At first, the eye may be bruised and swollen, but this should subside over the following days. Although the majority of cysts should be resolved, virtual follow-up can be arranged if required.
