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Chalazion treatment, London
What are chalazion?
A chalazion, medically known as meibomian cyst, is a small bump that forms on the eyelid. It’s caused by a blockage in one of the tiny glands that produce oil to keep your eyes lubricated. This blockage traps the oil, forming a raised lump that is often quite red and inflamed. Initially this is likely to be quite small and painless, but over time, chalazion can grow and cause the eye area to look constantly swollen. Some patients have more than one chalazion, which causes additional embarrassment.
Most of the time, chalazion are completely harmless, but they can be annoying and get in the way. You may feel discomfort and have the urge to rub your eyes; or may feel self-consciousness about the appearance.
The starting point in chalazion treatment is to get a proper diagnosis. Chalazia are different to styes, warts, skin tags or xanthelasma,
Common chalazion symptoms
These may include:
- A bump on your eyelid, usually on the upper eyelid but sometimes on the lower one
- Redness around the bump
- Sensitivity to light (occasionally)
- Blurred vision (if the chalazion is large enough to press on your eye)
What Causes Chalazia?
The main culprit behind a chalazion is a blocked meibomian gland. This blockage can happen due to several reasons:
- Inflammation:
A condition called blepharitis, which causes inflammation of the eyelid margins, can contribute to blocked glands. - Dry eyes:
Chronic dry eyes can thicken the oil produced by the meibomian glands, making them more likely to clog. - Skin conditions:
Rosacea and eczema around the eyes can also increase the risk of chalazia.
Chalazion treatment London
Cosmedics Skin Clinics offers a choice of treatment options for chalazion eyelid cysts. Our aim is to deliver optimum results – complete removal, quick recovery and minimal scarring.
- Injections (Intralesional Steroid Injection):
This is the least invasive option as it involves no cutting and is a relatively quick procedure with minimal recovery time. It is painless as we use anaesthetic to numb the area prior to injecting. It is the most economic option in terms of price, although sometimes treatment may require a series of injections with repeat visits and additional costs.
Studies show success rates of over 90% in some cases. - Surgical removal:
For large or recurrent chalazia, we may recommend a minor surgical procedure to ensure complete removal in just one visit. This involves incision and curettage to seal the wound. Compared to injections, it is more expensive and more invasive, but the procedure is highly effective with a very high success rate (over 90%) with a single procedure. It is less likely that the chalazion return compared to injections.
We can recommend the most appropriate option after assessment of your cyst in person. Please book a consultation to find out more. Our See & Treat service means that we can offer same-day treatment in many cases or if preferred, it can be arranged at a later date.
Surgeons you can trust
At Cosmedics Skin Clinics, chalazion treatment is exclusively offered by Mr Michail Malandrakis.
Mr Malandrakis is a consultant ophthalmic surgeon with a subspecialty in oculoplastics.
He has completed a level 7 postgraduate certificate in cosmetic injectables and is registered on the GMC specialist register.
You can rest assured you are in safe hands at our London clinics.