How to Naturally Heal a Sty

It is a painful and red bump found at the base of the eyelash or inside the eyelids. This is a result of a clogged oil gland thus acute infection occurs. It could also be due to an infected hair follicle at the base of the eyelash.

Symptoms

– Tenderness
– Redness
– Pain in the affected area
– Yellowish spot at the center of the bump

Sty can cause discomfort which leads to scratching. When this happens, the sty become irritated more and can lead to further swelling, difficulty in blinking, light sensitivity and watering of the eye.

Treatment

Application of warm compress for 10 minutes on the affected part can speed rupture of the sty. Do this 2-3 times a day until the cloth cools down. Make sure to wash cloth every after use.
Natural treatment

Parsley

Wash a handful of parsley and put it in a bowl. Boil water in a pot and pour 2-3 cups onto the parsley. Leave it for 5 minutes or until the parsley becomes steep. Remove the parsley or strain to remove particles from the water. Dip a clean cloth to the solution and wring. Apply the wash cloth on the affected eye and leave for 10 minutes. Discard the solution after the treatment.

Fresh dandelion

Make a tea by mixing 1 tsp. dandelion and 1 cup boiling water. Let it steep for 5 minutes before straining. Drink this fresh dandelion tea 1-2 times a day. This herb can help eliminate bacteria in the body which is causing the sty. You can also use the tea to wash your sty when it has erupted to prevent further infection.

Green tea

You can use a green tea bag for treatment of your sty after preparing a hot tea to drink. Just make sure that the tea bag is cool enough when tested on your wrist to prevent getting burned. Place the moist green tea bag on the sty. The tannic acid contained in the tea helps shrink the sty.

Never squeeze or try to pop the yellowish part of your sty because this can lead to more infection which might not heal on its own.

If your sty causes problem with your vision or if it’s extremely painful visit a doctor for further assessment.

To avoid getting sty in the future wash your hands and avoid contact with your eyes. Also make sure that your contact lens is clean before using. Don’t share make-up with others because this can spread infection.