Stye can also be a symptom of cancer... Suspect if accompanied by 'this'

Generally, a stye is a condition caused by bacterial infection and inflammation of various glands in the eyelid (Meibomian glands, Zeis glands, Moll glands). Since bacteria can be introduced by rubbing the eyes, anyone can develop it at least once. Most styes heal spontaneously within a week. Warm compresses alone can alleviate symptoms, and simple treatments such as applying ointments are also effective.

However, if styes recur repeatedly and do not heal well, although rare, one should suspect sebaceous gland carcinoma. Sebaceous gland carcinoma is a type of eyelid skin cancer, a malignant tumor that occurs in the skin's sebaceous glands. When sebaceous gland carcinoma develops, symptoms may include ▲ persistent styes that do not resolve for a long time, ▲ changes in color and shape, ▲ increasing inflammation or hardening, ▲ the appearance of floaters as if insects are floating in front of the eyes, and ▲ vision deterioration. Most often, there is no pain. The exact cause is unclear, but it is known to be related to age, family history, ultraviolet exposure, and hormones.

Pilar gland carcinoma tends to metastasize easily to surrounding areas and may have a poor prognosis, making early detection important. Fortunately, cancers that develop on the eyelids are easier to identify visually compared to other cancers, allowing for early detection. Therefore, if there are any symptoms mentioned earlier, it is recommended to visit a hospital and undergo a tissue biopsy. Especially in elderly patients, if a small tumor around the eye enlarges significantly after receiving nutritional injections, a thorough examination should be conducted.

Generally, treatment methods for Anam include surgical treatment, chemotherapy, cryotherapy, external radiotherapy, and brachytherapy. When the tumor is too large, causing significant damage not only to the eye's function but also raising concerns about metastasis to the brain and other areas, surgical removal of the eye may be performed.