Does a Stye Hurt?

A sty is a bacterial infection involving one or more of the small glands near the base of your eyelashes. It is similar to a boil or a pimple and is often painful. A sty is a red, painful lump near the edge of your eyelid that may look like a boil or a pimple. Sties are often filled with pus.

How long does it take for a stye to go away?

In most cases you won't need treatment for a stye. It'll get smaller and go away on its own in two to five days. If you need treatment, antibiotics will normally clear up a stye in three days to a week. A healthcare provider will need to prescribe them to you.

What does the start of a stye feel like?

Early symptoms of a stye are generally mild and may include slight discomfort or redness along the lash line. The affected eye may also feel irritated. As the stye develops, other symptoms may include: a red bump that resembles a pimple along the eyelid that is close to the eyelashes.