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What Could Be The Reason Of Having A Ball In Eye Lid ?

hi, what could be the cause of something like a ball underneath my eye lid, though i do not feel any pain. i am 33 years of age, 5ft 10inch, 7okg and an african origin
Wed, 4 Jan 2012
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You could be having a meibomian gland inflammation called Chalazion. Apply warm compress on the eyelid. Better to get it examined by an Ophthalmologist for proper examination and treatment for which surgery is the best after controlling infection.
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What Could Be The Reason Of Having A Ball In Eye Lid ?

Welcome to Healthcare Magic You could be having a meibomian gland inflammation called Chalazion. Apply warm compress on the eyelid. Better to get it examined by an Ophthalmologist for proper examination and treatment for which surgery is the best after controlling infection.