How to treat a sty in a child?

Question

Hello ! My 2 year old son seems to have a stye on the edge of the mucous membrane of his eye. Hello Laurie, Indeed, he has a lump on the base of his lashes. It was white yesterday before he went to bed for the night and now it is only red. He rubs his eye at bedtime or to indicate that he is tired, but it doesn't seem to bother him. He does not take any medication.

Laurie Hudon Germain · Accepted Answer

Hello, Thank you for contacting us to answer your question. What are your son's symptoms specifically? The stye appears mainly as a small white "ball" at the base of the lashes. Is this the case? Does your son complain of pain or have other symptoms? Besides the current condition, is he in good health? Is he taking medication on a regular basis? This information will allow me to better advise you Thank you! Laurie Hudon-Germain, pharmacist Hello again! Thank you for these details. The treatment of a stye is mainly the application of warm-warm compresses, as often as possible. If after 24-48 hours, there is no improvement or the situation deteriorates, it would be better to go see an optometrist who can prescribe the necessary treatment, if necessary There is no need to apply any drops at this time I remain available for more information if necessary! Laurie Hudon-Germain, pharmacist