An Infection of a Hair Follicle at the Base of an Eyelid

Question

An infection of a hair follicle at the base of an eyelid is called a
A) pimple.
B) sty.
C) furuncle.
D) carbuncle.
E) macule.

Accepted Answer

A sty is a common infection of a hair follicle at the base of an eyelid. It causes a red, tender bump that resembles a pimple or boil.