Hi T.,
Some of these are caused by poor hygiene but that is usually in women that wear a lot of eye makeup. Obviously not your problem! :) Most of these things are usually in adults as well but are becoming more and more prevalent in little ones. The abundance of oozing from the gland at the eyelid is what causes the clog and that is not normal. The primary reason for them is systemic. Something is going on in her body and it's reacting at the eye. This means the immune system is not working properly. Building the immune system is of extreme importance because so many things can develop because the body can't fight them off. Knowing this is a GOOD thing! It gives you a heads up so you can do something about it now.
Grape skin is a primary antioxidant that works to build the immune system AND specifically prevent these. A good absorbable multivitamin (not Flintstones or Walmart) will help tremendously with the immune system as well. If you have an abundance of chemicals in the home (household, bath and body, etc) you may want to detox the house as well.
You probably know this but warm compresses each day can help keep these glands from clogging (thus causing the cyst) until her immune system gets to the point of handling it on it's on.
Let me know if you need clarification on anything or want more information. I'll be glad to help!
Regards,
M.
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