The Stye Was Scraping Against My Eye
Author: Kristin G.
Skill: Nurse
Date: 03-23-2015
Views: 8,689
Word Count: 242
Questions Received: 0
Testimonial ID: 10555-OR
Brand Neutral: Yes
Scientific Studies: 2
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I have had a few minor eye sties in my day... but nothing like this one, which was large and sore. When I looked from side to side, I could feel the stye. It felt like something was scraping against my eye.
I tried everything from hot compresses to over-the-counter ointments. I even went to the doctor to try his solutions and considered seeing a specialist for a more in-depth intervention.
Around that time I was starting to use high quality essential oils, and I read that I could put Lavender oil on the bridge of my nose to help treat a stye. So that is what I did.
I put my finger over the opening of the Lavender bottle, tipped it over, and used just that little bit on my finger to place on the bridge of my nose. I topically applied Lavender on the bridge of my nose in this manner twice a day for 2 weeks.
One morning I felt a stinging sensation in that eye. I looked closer and realized that, not only had the stye gotten smaller, but it had migrated from the center of the lower lid to the opening of the tear duct. I then brushed my finger across the opening and removed the white material that had pushed itself out.
It did take a little time, but it was far less invasive than going to a specialist, and far more effective than their eye drops would have been.
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| Supporting Scientific Studies | ||
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| 1. | Associated topics: stye — "Demodex blepharitis is a common but overlooked external eye disease. The pathogenesis of Demodex blepharitis in eliciting ocular surface inflammation has been further clarified. The modified eyelash sampling and counting method makes it easier and more accurate to diagnose Demodex infestation. Tea tree oil shows promising potential to treat Demodex blepharitis by reducing Demodex counts with additional antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory actions." | Link |
| 2. | Associated topics: eyes — "Researchers report that carnosic acid, a component of the herb[s] rosemary [and sage], promotes eye health. The team found that carnosic acid protects retinas from degeneration and toxicity.... Their findings suggest that carnosic acid may have clinical applications for the outer retina, including age-related macular degeneration." | Link |
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