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Chalazion

Management of eyelid cysts.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
Ophthalmology

Clinical Guidelines

CKS: Meibomian cyst (chalazion)
National
NICE Clinical Knowledge Summary: Meibomian cyst (chalazion)
National
Blepharitis Preferred Practice Pattern®
Local
Care of the Patient with Ocular Surface Disorders: Consensus-based guidelines
Local
Clinical Practice Guidelines: Chalazion – The Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital
Local
Eye Disorders Medical Treatment Guidelines (NYC)
Local
World report on vision
Local

Recent iatroX Q&As

  • What are the recommended first-line treatments for a chalazion in adults?Updated: 8/16/2025
  • How can I differentiate between a chalazion and a hordeolum during a clinical examination?Updated: 8/16/2025
  • When should I consider referring a patient with a chalazion for surgical intervention?Updated: 8/16/2025
  • What are the indications for using intralesional corticosteroid injections in the management of chalazia?Updated: 8/16/2025
  • What patient education should I provide regarding the self-care measures for managing a chalazion?Updated: 8/16/2025
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