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Home Remedies for Stye
Stye is an infection that takes the form of a small yet painful boil. It occurs along the rim of the eyelid and is marked by swelling, redness of the eye, itching and pain.
A stye is generally due to blockage of the gland by dirt accumulation or due to an eye-sight problem. A stye could also occur due to lack of sleep or too much stress. Unhealthy eating habits could also be a trigger. Foods like refined cereals, pudding, cakes and boiled potatoes are said to cause styes. Children are affected more often.
The pain is strongly felt at the onset although it takes a day or two for the boil to become visible. The stye may be of various sizes. While some styes are cured within a couple of days, others may last for nearly a week and may even discharge pus. In severe cases, the eyelids may stick together and remain partly closed for a few days.
If you feel the onset of a stye, try the following home remedies for some relief.
Home Remedies
- Turmeric powder is an effective cure for styes. Boil a spoonful of turmeric powder in two cups of water for 10 minutes and let it cool. Apply the turmeric water on the affected area several times a day using cotton balls.
- Coriander seeds offer a great home remedy for stye. Boil a teaspoon of coriander seeds in some water. This water can then be used to cleanse the eye.
- Guava leaves are another great remedy. Warm the leaves, place on a damp cloth and use as a compress to reduce pain and swelling.
- You can also use cloves. Prepare a smooth powder of cloves and mix in water. Apply this solution on the stye to reduce redness and swelling.
- One simple home remedy for stye involves dissolving a few granules of alum in water. Repeatedly wash your eyes with this water to relieve pain.
These home remedies may not cure your stye but they will reduce the swelling and pain.
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