What is a stye??

A stye, or hordeolum, is a small bump that can appear on the outside or inside of eyelid which develops from an eyelash follicle or oil gland becoming clogged from excess oil, debris or bacteria. The usual complaint is watery eyes, with pain and tenderness and redness around the stye. Pain usually subsides if the stye ruptures and pus is drained. The treatment includes warm compresses, gentle massage and antibiotic ointment or drops.