Traitez Votre Chalazion Persistant Sans Chirurgie : L'Injection de Stéroïdes

The procedure is extremely fast (a few seconds) and the pain is minimal. We use a very fine needle. The sensation is that of a brief prick or a pinch. Anesthetic drops may be used to maximize your comfort if you are particularly sensitive.

If chalazion persists after two successive injections, this is usually an indication that the lesion is too fibrous to respond to medical treatment. In this case, the next recommended step is usually incision-curettage (minor surgery) to physically remove the cyst.

The risks are minimal. The most common are a small hematoma at the injection site. Sometimes white steroid deposits may be visible under the skin; they are temporary and disappear within a few weeks. A rare risk is skin depigmentation (lightening), especially on dark skin. To avoid this, we prefer to inject from the inside of the eyelid (transconjunctival route).

The efficiency is excellent. A single injection resolves approximately 60-70% of chalazions. If the resolution is partial, a second injection can be given 4 to 6 weeks later, bringing the cumulative success rate up to 90%. It is a very effective alternative to avoid surgery.

Unlike surgery, resolution is not immediate. The injection works by reducing inflammation, allowing your body to gradually dissolve the lesion. You will see a decrease in size over a period of 7 to 21 days after the injection.

It is an ideal option for patients who want to avoid a surgical procedure, including anxious children or adults. It is particularly effective on persistent chalazions that are not excessively old or fibrous.