What is a Chalazion?

A Chalazion is a lump within the eyelid. It is due to a blocked oil gland. The oil glands are known as Meibomian Glands. Chalazions are benign (non-cancerous)

What causes a Chalazion?

There is usually an underlying condition known as Blepharitis. This may lead to blockage of the oil glands.

How do you treat a Chalazion?

When it comes to treating a Chalazion, the cyst should be encouraged to discharge its contents. Heat treatment and massage may help. An “Eye bag” and special cleaning fluids for the eyelids may be useful.

What happens if the chalazion does not get better?

A small surgical procedure can usually empty the cyst. The surgery is usually undertaken under local anaesthetic as a day case. But, rest assured, if chalazion surgery is need, you will under expert care at SEE.

Why choose SEE for Chalazion treatment?

We fully understand that you want the best treatment possible when it comes to diagnosis and treatment. Rest assured, We at SEE specialise in surgical procedures and treatment for a vast number of retinal conditions with Chalazion treatment being one of them.

Our expert team of ophthalmic surgeons provide nothing but attention to detail but also strive to make sure you feel at ease by providing high quality patient care and personalised eye treatments.