{"id":9954,"date":"2024-05-20T19:58:01","date_gmt":"2024-05-21T00:58:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/masvisionmedellin.co\/cirugia-chalazion\/"},"modified":"2025-08-14T09:01:53","modified_gmt":"2025-08-14T14:01:53","slug":"cirugia-chalazion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/masvisionmedellin.co\/en\/cirugia-chalazion\/","title":{"rendered":"Chalazion Surgery: Everything You Need to Know About This Procedure"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"9954\" class=\"elementor elementor-9954 elementor-2643\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-353647c4 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"353647c4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7b02420a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"7b02420a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>What is a chalazion and why does it appear?<\/b><\/h2><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A chalazion is a lump that forms on the eyelid due to the blockage of a sebaceous gland, specifically the Meibomian gland. These glands are located within the eyelid and are responsible for secreting an oily substance that helps lubricate the eye and prevent tears from evaporating too quickly.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When one of these glands becomes blocked, the oil cannot escape, accumulates inside the gland, and eventually forms a lump. Unlike a stye, which is usually painful and caused by a bacterial infection, a chalazion is generally painless and not related to bacteria.<\/span><\/p><h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>How to identify a chalazion<\/b><\/h2><p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9961 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/masvisionmedellin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cirugia-de-Chalazion-Todo-lo-que-necesitas-saber-sobre-este-procedimiento_Imagen-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"What is chalazion surgery like?\" width=\"1400\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/masvisionmedellin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cirugia-de-Chalazion-Todo-lo-que-necesitas-saber-sobre-este-procedimiento_Imagen-2-1.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/masvisionmedellin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cirugia-de-Chalazion-Todo-lo-que-necesitas-saber-sobre-este-procedimiento_Imagen-2-1-300x118.jpg 300w, https:\/\/masvisionmedellin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cirugia-de-Chalazion-Todo-lo-que-necesitas-saber-sobre-este-procedimiento_Imagen-2-1-1024x402.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/masvisionmedellin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cirugia-de-Chalazion-Todo-lo-que-necesitas-saber-sobre-este-procedimiento_Imagen-2-1-768x302.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At first, many people confuse a chalazion with a stye, as both appear as a small swelling on the eyelid. However, over time, the chalazion tends to be less painful, firmer to the touch, and grows more slowly. Common signs of a chalazion include:<\/span><\/p><ul style=\"text-align: justify;\"><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A round bump on the upper or lower eyelid<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A sensation of heaviness in the eyelid<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mild tenderness or redness in some cases<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blurred vision if the lump presses against the eyeball<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Excessive tearing or visual discomfort<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><\/ul><h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Initial treatments: Is surgery always necessary?<\/b><\/h2><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No. In most cases, a chalazion can resolve without surgical intervention. The first approach involves conservative measures such as:<\/span><\/p><ul style=\"text-align: justify;\"><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Warm compresses applied several times a day (10\u201315 minutes per session) to soften the gland\u2019s contents and promote natural drainage<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gentle eyelid massages guided by an ophthalmologist to help empty the blocked gland<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Daily eyelid hygiene using specific ophthalmic solutions or diluted baby shampoo<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><\/ul><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the chalazion does not improve after several weeks of conservative treatment, surgery may be considered.<\/span><\/p><h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>When is chalazion surgery recommended?<\/b><\/h2><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Surgery is recommended in the following cases:<\/span><\/p><ul style=\"text-align: justify;\"><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The chalazion does not go away after multiple attempts with home treatments<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is large and causes pressure on the eye, affecting vision quality<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It becomes painful or infected<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It causes aesthetic concern or emotional discomfort<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><\/ul><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At <a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send\/?phone=573136717418&amp;text&amp;type=phone_number&amp;app_absent=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MasVision<\/a>, a full evaluation is performed before surgery, including a physical exam, medical history, and, if needed, eyelid imaging to rule out other conditions.<\/span><\/p><h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>What is chalazion surgery like?<\/b><\/h2><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s a quick and very safe outpatient procedure performed under local anesthesia. In general, the process involves:<\/span><\/p><ul style=\"text-align: justify;\"><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applying local anesthesia to the affected eyelid<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using a small clamp to stabilize the eyelid<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Making a small internal or external incision, depending on the location of the lump<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Draining the oily contents of the chalazion and removing the accumulated material<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In some cases, placing a fine suture or simply allowing the incision to heal naturally<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Applying antibiotic ointment and covering the eye with a patch for a few hours<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><\/ul><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The surgery usually takes 15 to 30 minutes.<\/span><\/p><h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Recovery after surgery: What to expect<\/b><\/h2><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the biggest advantages of this procedure is its quick recovery. Most patients can resume normal activities the next day, although it\u2019s recommended to:<\/span><\/p><ul style=\"text-align: justify;\"><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avoid rubbing the eye for the first few days<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not wear makeup or contact lenses for at least one week<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apply topical antibiotics as prescribed<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attend follow-up appointments to ensure proper healing<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><\/ul><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mild discomfort, swelling, and small bruises are normal and typically resolve in a few days.<\/span><\/p><h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Chalazion surgery at MasVision: Experience, technology, and care<\/b><\/h2><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9959 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/masvisionmedellin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cirugia-de-Chalazion-Todo-lo-que-necesitas-saber-sobre-este-procedimiento_Imagen-3-1.jpg\" alt=\" Chalazion surgery at MasVision: Experience, technology, and care\n\" width=\"1400\" height=\"550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/masvisionmedellin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cirugia-de-Chalazion-Todo-lo-que-necesitas-saber-sobre-este-procedimiento_Imagen-3-1.jpg 1400w, https:\/\/masvisionmedellin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cirugia-de-Chalazion-Todo-lo-que-necesitas-saber-sobre-este-procedimiento_Imagen-3-1-300x118.jpg 300w, https:\/\/masvisionmedellin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cirugia-de-Chalazion-Todo-lo-que-necesitas-saber-sobre-este-procedimiento_Imagen-3-1-1024x402.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/masvisionmedellin.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Cirugia-de-Chalazion-Todo-lo-que-necesitas-saber-sobre-este-procedimiento_Imagen-3-1-768x302.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1400px) 100vw, 1400px\" \/><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> At <a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send\/?phone=573136717418&amp;text&amp;type=phone_number&amp;app_absent=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MasVision<\/a>, we have a team of experienced ophthalmology specialists in chalazion treatment and surgery. Our approach is based on:<\/span><\/p><ul style=\"text-align: justify;\"><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Personalized evaluation for each patient<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Advanced technology to ensure precision and safety<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compassionate care, with postoperative follow-up and support throughout the process<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Certified surgical and hygiene protocols to provide peace of mind<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><br \/><\/span><\/li><\/ul><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our commitment is to help you restore your visual well-being with complete confidence.<\/span><\/p><h2 style=\"text-align: justify;\"><b>Conclusion: Is chalazion surgery right for you?<\/b><\/h2><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;ve been dealing with a persistent chalazion that doesn&#8217;t respond to conventional treatment, surgery may be the definitive solution. While it&#8217;s a minor procedure, it\u2019s essential to have it performed by trained professionals in a safe clinical environment.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Remember: not all eyelid lumps are chalazions, and accurate evaluation is key before making any decisions. At <a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send\/?phone=573136717418&amp;text&amp;type=phone_number&amp;app_absent=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MasVision<\/a>, we ensure you receive the most appropriate treatment for your case.<\/span><\/p><p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Would you like to know if you need chalazion surgery?<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \ud83d\udcf2 Schedule your evaluation with us at 4790767 \u2013 4019167 or via <a href=\"https:\/\/api.whatsapp.com\/send\/?phone=573136717418&amp;text&amp;type=phone_number&amp;app_absent=0\">WhatsApp at +57 3136717418<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \ud83d\udccd <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/Tm56uFWy988m7s9c6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">We\u2019re located in downtown Medell\u00edn, Torre Fundadores, 9th floor<\/a><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2705 Supervised by Supersalud<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What is a chalazion and why does it appear? 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