Stye


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Stye


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A stye is an infection that causes a tender red lump on the eyelid. Most styes occur along the edge of the eyelid.

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Primary Medical Reviewer Patrice Burgess, MD

- Family Medicine
Primary Medical Reviewer Kathleen Romito, MD

- Family Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer Carol L. Karp, MD

- Ophthalmology
Last Updated February 17, 2006

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Last updated: February 17, 2006
Reviewed By: Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine, Carol L. Karp, MD - Ophthalmology

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