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What is the white part?
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The image shows a closed eye (upper eyelid) with a small, pale/white raised bump on it. Based on the location and appearance, here are the most likely possibilities:
What the White Bump Could Be
1. Milia (most likely)
Small, firm, white or yellowish keratin-filled cysts. They are very common around the eyes, completely harmless, and form when dead skin cells get trapped beneath the skin surface. They look like tiny white pearls and do not cause pain.
2. Syringoma
Benign (non-cancerous) overgrowths of sweat ducts. They appear as small, skin-colored to pale, firm bumps and are particularly common on the eyelids. Often appear in clusters.
3. Epidermoid Cyst
A benign cyst filled with keratin that forms a small, firm, whitish lump under the skin.
4. Resolving Chalazion
A chalazion is a blocked meibomian (oil) gland in the eyelid. In the early or resolving phase it can appear as a pale, firm swelling without much redness.
What to Do
- Do not squeeze or pick it - the eyelid skin is very thin and delicate, and manipulating it can cause infection or scarring.
- If it is painless and stable, it is likely milia or a syringoma - both benign.
- If it is growing, painful, causing vision changes, or you are concerned, see a dermatologist or ophthalmologist for a proper evaluation. Milia can be easily removed by a professional with a sterile needle if cosmetically bothersome.
Note: This is general information only and not a medical diagnosis. A clinician examining the lesion in person can give you a definitive answer.
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