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A stye, also known as a hordeolum, is an infection in the eyelid that causes a tender, red bump near the edge of the eye, often uncomfortable and quite literally, an eye sore. The infection is caused by clogged oil glands or bacteria, and they can occur externally at the base of the eyelash, or internally in one of the glands within the eyelid.

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