What should I do if I have a pinhole in my eye?

Eye pinhole, also known as granuloma, is caused by Staphylococcus aureus infection of the conjunctiva, which can be treated by hot and humid compresses, medication and surgery.
1. Hot and wet compresses: At the initial stage, you can promote blood circulation through local hot and wet compresses, using a clean towel or gauze, 2 to 3 times a day, which can help dissipate the inflammation.
2. Drugs: You can also be treated with drugs, usually eye drops or antibiotic eye ointment, such as levofloxacin eye drops, erythromycin eye ointment and so on.
3. Surgery: with the development of the disease, has formed pus should be considered surgical incision to drain pus, remember not to squeeze, otherwise it may lead to the spread of infection.
The patient’s eyes with pinhole, should promptly seek medical treatment, do not self-medication.

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