Though styes can happen to anyone, there are certain behaviors that increase your risk. Here's what you need to know about the main causes of styes, how to prevent them, and what to do if you have ...

Medically reviewed by Christine L. Larsen, MD Eye crust forms when mucus, oils, and debris accumulate, often during sleep. This buildup is a normal part of the eye's maintenance process. However, ...

A stye is caused by infection of a gland at the base of an eyelash. It generally causes a lump at the margin of the eyelid, that is inflamed and often painful. Styes are usually caused by ...

Corneal abrasion pain can be severe and cause sensitivity to light (photophobia) and eye redness. Also known as a hordeolum, a stye is a painful, red bump that forms on or inside the upper or ...

This could be a reason why your son is more prone to styes. ME is a difficult diagnosis which is usually only made once all other possible causes of tiredness have been excluded. If your son was ...