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Cure a Swollen Eyelid

A swollen eyelid a look at its causes and treatment.There are two principal causes of non painful eyelid swelling.

1. An allergic reaction to something which causes the lid to swell and become puffy.The eyes will often be red and itchy.This can be treated with anti allergy medication, and removal of the cause of the reaction.

2. A blockage of a gland in the eyelid can cause eyelid swelling.This can be as a result of infection,or an over production of fluid.

This swelling or cyst can be treated by regular application of a hot flannel to the affected area.Antibiotic eye medication can help but is not usually required.

Ocassionally if the swelling persists it can be alleviated by a simple operation to remove the fluid.

Painful eyelid swelling is usually the result of trauma,or a rare but extremely serious infection such as orbital cellulitis and must be investigated thoroughly, as soon as possible after it occurs by a medical professional.

Other potential causes are the eyelid inflammatory disease blepharitis (inflammation of eyelids) and the common eyelid infection a Stye.

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