CHALAZION TREATMENT
What is a chalazion?
A chalazion is a red bump on your eyelid. It is sometimes called an eyelid cyst or a meibomian cyst. It slowly forms when an oil gland (called a meibomian) becomes blocked.At first, the chalazion may be painful, but after a little time, it usually doesn’t hurt. A chalazion usually forms on the upper eyelids but may occasionally form on the lower eyelid. Ordinarily, chalazia (the plural of chalazion) develop in adults between the ages of 30 and 50. They are not common in children, but they can happen.
Is a chalazion a stye?
A chalazion is not a stye, but it can form because of a stye. Styes are bacterial infections that cause the gland to swell. Styes can be painful. A chalazion generally isn’t painful and appears farther back on the eyelid.
How to Prepare for Chalazion Surgery in Iran
Chalazion removal is not considered a major surgery and is performed on an outpatient basis in most cases. Yet, being fully prepared for the procedure is vital, especially considering the fact that you might prefer to have it done far away from home, in Iran. As with any kind of surgical procedure, the most important step during pre-op preparation is a consultation with an expert. During the consultation session, you should inform the specialist about the medications you are currently taking. You should also mention any health conditions that you may have. Once the consultation is over, you can have the date and time of the surgery settled. If you wish to have the surgery in Iran, there are also matters like trip planning, accommodation, and arranging for a medical interpreter that you should consider. SinoheMedTour medical packages also include the details related to the trip so that your every need is met.
What causes chalazia?
Chalazia may develop when something blocks a small oil gland in the eyelid. These glands help keep the eye moist. A blocked gland begins retaining oil and swells. Eventually, the fluid will drain, and you may have a hard lump on your eyelid.
Some additional causes of chalazia are:
- Rosacea (a skin condition that causes redness and acne).
- Chronic blepharitis, eyelid inflammation (redness, swelling and irritation).
- Seborrheic dermatitis (red, dry, flaky and itchy skin).
- Tuberculosis (TB).
- Viral infections.
What are the symptoms of a chalazion?
When you have a chalazion, you will notice the following symptoms:
- Painless bump in your eyelid, usually on the upper lid.
- Mild irritation, causing your eyes to water.
- Blurred vision from larger chalazia that push on the eyeball.
How Is Chalazion Removal Surgery Performed?
Chalazion removal surgery is a brief, outpatient procedure that can be performed in less than 15 to 20 minutes. To ensure that you won’t be feeling any discomfort during the procedure, the medical team will either administer local anesthesia or inject a numbing material into the eyelid. Then depending on the size of the chalazion, the doctor makes a small incision underneath or outside the eyelid. Through the incision, he or she drains the liquid contents of the chalazion. Dissolvable stitches may or may not be used after the procedure.
After the surgery, the doctor covers the area with a pressure patch and instructs you to apply the prescribed antibiotic cream or eye drops for a week after the surgery.
Chalazion Surgery Aftercare and Recovery
The aftercare steps of a chalazion surgery are usually not really complicated. The doctor might prescribe some antibiotics to prevent infection and ointments to subside the possible inflammation. You might be required to wear an eyepatch for almost a week after the surgery. The doctor may also recommend using moist heat during recovery. The recovery period will last for a week but it is recommended to avoid activities that could lead to eye injury for at least two weeks after the surgery. It is normal for the patient to experience mild to moderate swelling or bruising around the eye after the surgery. Fluid discharge is also normal after the procedure. To reduce swelling after the surgery, you can try applying a cold compress on your eye for a few hours. You should also avoid the following for 4 to 7 days after the surgery:
Touching or rubbing the area,
Wearing contact lenses,
Getting your eyes wet,
Wearing eye makeup
You can fly back home in a day after the chalazion removal surgery. But we highly recommend discussing your traveling plans with your doctor for a more precise opinion.
Chalazion Surgery Risks and Complications
As a low-risk procedure, there are minimal risks and complications associated with chalazion removal surgery. Yet, it is important to educate yourself when it comes to the potential risks of any surgery. There is a slight chance that your tear glands may be damaged during chalazion surgery. The surgery might also lead to bruising, bleeding, or infection. There are also complications associated with anesthesia like minor nausea or sore throat. It is recommended that you discuss the anesthesia and whether you might be allergic to it with our healthcare specialists.
Cost in Iran
While in countries like the USA, a surgery as simple as chalazion removal surgery can cost about $3,797 with insurance, in Iran the price for chalazion surgery falls somewhere between $200 to $400. The exceedingly low price of the surgery in Iran does not compromise on the quality of care in the country. In fact, Iran has a notable reputation for the high quality of care and expertise of its medical specialists.
