Internal (on conjunctival side of lid)

- Rarely drains spontaneously.

- Recurrence is common.

- Often associated with blepharitis.

 
Usual Pathogens

S. aureus

 

Empiric Therapy Dose Duration
Hot compresses 10-15 min tid or qid  

If cellulitis is present

Empiric Therapy Dose Duration
Cloxacillin 500mg PO qid 7 days
or    
Cephalexin 500mg PO qid 7 days