A stye (medical term: hordeolum) is a common eye condition characterized by a small, painful lump or bump on the edge of the eyelid. It occurs when the oil glands at the base of the eyelashes ...

aureus can become a pathogen itself when it gets under the skin ... to be less harmful on your eyes) and warm water to clean along lash margin where styes tend to form. If you've still developed ...

Styes are usually not related to any disease and do not harm the eye or vision ... need to have the stye removed by a small operation under general anaesthetic to stop it recurring.

Styes can cause the eye to become itchy and watery. Francesca said: “Typically, only one eye will be affected, and it's important not to try to burst the stye yourself and refrain from rubbing ...