Patient's question:
Last week I got a stye, and I thought it would go away after a while. But when I noticed it hadn't improved and had even gotten worse, I went to the hospital. The doctor prescribed medication for me and advised me to avoid certain foods when I have a stye. Could you please specify which foods I should avoid?Doctor's answer:
Styes are relatively common in daily life and are acute purulent inflammation of the sebaceous glands or tarsal glands near the eyelash follicles. From recurrence to inflammation to full recovery, styes require a certain amount of time, which varies from person to person. The diet for styes should be light, and it is recommended to eat more foods like cucumbers and celery. It is necessary to avoid greasy, spicy, and high-sugar foods. Additionally, it is important to avoid overusing medications, maintain cleanliness and hygiene of the affected area, and drink plenty of water.