Chalazion Incision and Curretage Treatment in India

Sneha Gupta, a 28-year-old software engineer,...

Sneha Gupta, a 28-year-old software engineer, had been struggling with a persistent, painless lump on her upper eyelid for nearly two months. As someone who wears contact lenses daily and spends long hours in front of screens, she initially dismissed it as a stubborn stye. However, the pea-sized bump grew, causing her eyelid to droop slightly and creating a constant, distracting blur in her peripheral vision. Applying warm compresses for weeks brought no relief. Her ophthalmologist, Dr. Chen, diagnosed it as a chalazion, a blocked oil gland, and explained that it had solidified and would not drain on its own. He recommended a minor surgical procedure called incision and curettage to remove it. On the day of the procedure, Sneha was anxious but local anesthetic made it painless; she only felt pressure. The 15-minute surgery was quick. Recovery involved using antibiotic ointment for a week, with mild bruising and swelling that subsided in a few days. Emotionally, Sneha felt self-conscious and frustrated before the procedure, as the lump affected her appearance and work focus. Afterward, she felt immense relief and regained confidence, grateful for a simple solution that restored her comfort and clear vision.