Get Rid Of Eye Cyst With Home Remedies
Our eyelids possess miniscule glands called the meibomian glands which are long sebaceous glands that lubricate the eyelids. When these glands are blocked, they are unable to produce their secretion which leads to a swelling or cyst in the eyelids. The cysts are also known as chalazion or meibomian cysts. It is important to remember that these cysts are nothing but tiny pouches of fluid. Regardless of the reason they are formed, the fluids need to be dispersed to ensure that there is no possibility of an infection. Most of these cysts are harmless and tend to disappear in a few weeks. The ideal way to treat a cyst is to wash it about five or six times a day with warm water and preferably with a gentle medicated soap. Since there is a possibility of the soap irritating the eye, a mild medicated cleansing agent could be used instead. This should be followed by the application of warm compresses to the affected eye, which may smart the eye initially, but should ease out after a while. Your general practitioner may also prescribe an antibiotic cream which can be applied externally to resolve the cyst.
Rarely do cysts require surgery to resolve them. If the lump is very big or if it persists after weeks of medication, then surgery maybe required. The eyelid is made numb with a local anesthetic and the fluid in the cysts is dispersed by making an incision.
For those who frequently develop cysts, prevention is the best cure. To prevent the glands from clogging, ensure that they are cleaned every day. Close the eyelids and apply cotton wool which is soaked in warm water to them repeatedly for a few minutes. Follow this by cleaning the grime and dirt from the edges of the lower eyelids. After two weeks, when the lids appear sufficiently clean, you can stop cleaning them. If the cysts reappear you have to revert to cleaning the eyelids again. Using a teaspoonful of baking soda in the water too has been known to help. If the cysts still persists or continue to develop, it may be best to visit your general practitioner who can prescribe an antibiotic cream to be used for three to four months. Needless to say, a healthy diet goes a long way in reducing the chances of developing cysts. A diet that is rich in omega 3 or oil of flaxseed as well as vegetables and fruits is highly recommended.
