Apply a warm compress to the eyelid for 10 to 15 minutes, 3 to 6 times daily
Gently massage the eyelid after the warm compress
Keep the eyelid clean with mild eyelid hygiene
Avoid squeezing, popping, or picking at the chalazion
Stop using eye makeup and contact lenses until it improves
Use only prescribed eye drops or ointments if given by a clinician
See an eye doctor if it is painful, very red, affecting vision, or not improving after a few weeks
Seek medical treatment for persistent chalazions, which may include steroid injection or drainage
Get urgent care if there is fever, spreading redness, severe swelling, or vision changes