Does acupuncture work for eye stye ?

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• ebbainthesky

  02/28/2013

  Eye stye is an infection of the sebaceous glands of Zeis at the base of the eyelashes, or an infection of the apocrine sweat glands of Moll. Styes are commonly caused by the blocking of an oil gland at the base of the eyelash. Acupuncture is an old and popular treatment option for many diseases in ancient China. It is powerful and prolong. You can heal eye stye by taking acupuncture. The traditional Chinese doctor will use sliver needles to stab your acupuncture point to help you. Eye s tye can be easily healed by applying warm compress. Incision and drainage is performed if resolution does not begin in the next 48 hours after warm compresses are started. With tap water or with a mild, nonirritating soap or shampoo can help clean crusted discharge.

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• Brandon

  03/01/2013

  A stye appears on the outside or inside of the eyelid. It can be unsightly at times,but it is usually harmless. There are some articles say than acupuncture work for eye stye. The following tips might speed up healing time,too.1)Lightly press a warm washcloth against your eyelid for 10 minutes.2)Gently massage the affected area.3)Apply eye drops.4)See a doctor if it is serious.Of cause , Most styes heal on their own within a few days. So you should take it easy.

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• Logan

  04/03/2013

  Ok, I can see that you just want to get rid of your eye stye. And luckily, it is true that acupuncture might be useful for eye stye. Because acupuncture will make sure the points of your body circulate better and let out the bacteria. Anyway, you must try to be careful in the future and make proper use of your eyes. Good rest and healthy food is necessary.

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