Stye
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Stye Risk Factors
Risk factors for styes include:
Blepharitis
Contact lenses
Poor eyelid hygiene
Regular use of eye makeup
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Stye Symptoms
Related Topics:
Blepharitis
Chalazion
Eye pain
Eye redness
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Eye drainage
Eye pain
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Stye References:
Barza M, Baum J: Ocular infections. Med Clin North Am 1983 Jan; DA - 19830407(1): 131-52
Jackson TL, Beun L: A prospective study of cost, patient satisfaction, and outcome of treatment of chalazion by medical and nursing staff. Br J Ophthalmol 2000 Jul; 84(7): 782-5.
Olson MD: The common stye. J Sch Health 1991 Feb; 61(2): 95-7.
