How you treat a swollen eyelid depends on its cause. Learn about causes such as allergies and styes. Also discover home remedies and when to see a doctor.

Styes and allergies are two reasons an eyelid might become swollen. Here, learn about some causes of a swollen eyelid, what to do if they happen, and when to see a doctor.

Common causes of a swollen eyelid include blepharitis, styes, and pink eye. It can also be caused by skin conditions like eczema or a thyroid condition called Graves’ disease.

Swollen eyelids, top or bottom, can have many causes, including allergies, infections, and blocked oil glands. While most aren't serious, eyelids can also swell due to a medical condition such as ...

Styes: When a gland becomes infected, it is called a stye, or hordeolum. The infection is generally caused by staphylococcal ...

Blepharitis is a condition that causes inflammation of the eyelid. A person with blepharitis may experience swollen, irritated, and itchy eyelids. A stye is a painful lump that develops on the ...

Most of us have woken up with a puffy eyelid at some point in our lives. Aside from being uncomfortable (and sometimes painful), it can also temporarily affect your vision. When that happens, you ...

A stye or a chalazion can cause clogged glands on your eyelids that lead to swelling. If your eyes are swollen, itchy, and red, it could be because of allergies to pollen, dust, or other allergens.

While styes typically resolve on their own within a week or so, they can be uncomfortable and unsightly, causing irritation and sometimes even affecting vision if located near the edge of the eyelid.

The monsoon season brings not just cool relief but also a sharp rise in eye infections like conjunctivitis, styes, and ...