AboutNigel Simmons Expertise I am happy to answer general questions on medicines and hospital care. If possible, please use approved / chemical names rather than brands which are not internationally recognised.
Like all health professionals I am bound by a duty of care which prevents me giving detailed information about medication or treatment of people other than the questioner.
I will endeavour to help wherever possible or point towards more appropriate advice. If however your question crosses too far into patient confidentiality, I hope you will understand why I cannot answer your question.
Consider.. would you want me to discuss your care with a friend or relative without your knowledge?
Experience Registered as a UK pharmacist in 1982 and have worked in a number of hospital and health management posts around the UK. Formerly Chief Pharmacist for a 440 bed general hospital in Cambridgeshire.
Past/Present clients Previously Sysop on CompuServe UK Professionals forum.
Question I have a sty on my left eyelid. You said that if Kathy felt that she had a steady hand she could pluck the eye lash, how would I know which one to pluck?
Thank you, Jessica
Answer Jessica
If I recall, I did urge caution with this approach - to say the least it might be painful!
If you are unable to get to a doctor or pharmacy who could confirm the problem and supply some antibiotic eye ointment, then pulling the eyelash can release the infection.
If you can see an eyelash that is at the centre of the inflamed area, possibly with a white head, then if you can pull this lash away from the root, then you may be successful.
I cannot guarantee it will work and it's a try once then stop, otherwise more serious harm could be done.
