Expert answer:
Terçol is not contagious, unlike viral and bacterial conjunctivitis. The stye is an inflammation of the sebaceous glands of the eyelid, usually caused by bacteria, which causes symptoms like pain, redness and swelling on the spot.
The stye occurs when sebaceous glands. Bacteria invade the glands and in response the body sends its defense cells to eliminate the invading microorganisms. The end result of the "battle" is many dead cells, which form pus. This pus obstructs the gland and causes the stye.
O treatment of the stye is made with compresses of warm water, and may be indicated the use of ointments or drops in some cases. If the stye stays for more than two weeks, it is necessary to seek an ophthalmologist.
