“What is this bump on my eyelid?”
I'm 30 year old, and I've had a bump on my right eyelid for about 5 months already. There's also clear fluid in it. Should I go to my doctor?
10 Answers
It may be a cyst. See an ophthalmologist.
It sounds like a Chalazion which is a blockage of a tear gland that then becomes infected causing a greater degree of swelling. Following this, it becomes liquified and can then become solidified. Go to an Ophthalmologist for an expert opinion and see whether it requires an incision and drainage or a biopsy. This a very visible part of your eyelid and abnormalities should be examined earlier than waiting 5 months.
Yes, this should be checked by an ophthalmologist soon. It is likely a chalazion (stye), but diagnosis is only possible with an exam in the office.
Mark F. Pyfer, MD
Mark F. Pyfer, MD
Yes, go to your eye doctor to check what sounds like a cyst.
Scott Greenbaum, MD
Scott Greenbaum, MD
Yes. Please visit your ophthalmologist to fully evaluate and remove if indicated this growth. Cystic lesions filled with clear fluid may be hidrocystadenomas - cysts of sweat.
There are several possibilities, so it's best to see your doctor for an evaluation.
Yes. Go in to see your ophthalmologist.
Heather
Heather
Most likely it is a cyst that is usually benign but you need to see an eye care specialist to see if it needs a biopsy.
Go and see an ophthalmologist.
It could be a cyst or meibomian gland with undischarged secretions. See a Dr for review.
