Sty is a red bump or boil seen on the eyelids or on the inner eye. Inflammation of the oil glands in the eye lids, due to an infection results in a stye Placing a cold tea bag on the eyes helps in sty removal. Place it overnight. Internal intake of dandelion tea aids in removal of toxins and other microbes. A decoction of parsley water proves beneficial in eliminating a sty. It also reduces the puffiness of eyes. A decoction of acacia leaves is applied topically as a compress on the sty.
Avoid squeezing them, as it is contagious. Freshly grated potato is placed on a cotton cloth and placed as a poultice to reduce inflammation. Castor oil is applied topically with the help of a dropper. Rub a gold ring to create warmth and place on the sty. Place crushed garlic on the eye sty for relief. Warm salt water, poured on the sty proves beneficial. Chamomile tea is prepared. Dab a cotton ball in the tea and place over sty.
A cut pod of garlic is applied on the sty. Take care not to touch the inner eye. Dip a clove in water and apply on sty. Dissolve 2-3 granules of alum in water and use it as eyewash. Warm guava leaves are placed on a damp cloth and placed as a poultice on the affected area. Topical creams with petroleum jelly helps in relief from sty. Turmeric water is boiled and strained and used as a wash. Place an aloe leaf on the sty for immediate relief.
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