Some forms of pinkeye are contagious. Make sure your child washes his or her hands and face frequently to avoid spreading the infection to others. In addition, pillows, washcloths, and towels should not be shared with the rest of the family. Two other common eye problems for children are sties and chalazions. Sties are small white bumps around and on the eyelid caused by bacterial infections of the glands near the eyes.
Chalazions look like sties but are caused by clogged glands on the eyelid.
Like pinkeye, sties and chalazions will usually disappear without treatment after several days. To help speed the healing process, parents can apply warm, moist compresses for ten minutes several times a day. See your pediatrician if your child has sties or chalazions that don't go away after a few days. Children's Medical Center of Dallas - Terms and Conditions Please send the Webmaster any comments or questions regarding Children's Web site.