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Suggest Treatment For Swelling And Redness Of The Eyes

Posted on Tue, 7 Mar 2017

Question: Hi. I had surgery on Tuesday morning. Feel good, healing well. My issue, is that the surrounding tissue around both my eyes was very swollen yesterday...Wednesday morning. And now, my left eye although a bit weepy is fine. The right eye is a different issue. Very very, red in the inner corner, and there is a yellowish moucuusy disvharge. I did gave the anti nauseous patch behind my right ear for surgery. I removed it yesterday mid morning. I've no fever or chills. I have low thyroid and I take a minimal dose I'd hydrochlorthyizide. My husband was recently sick with a terrible head/chest cold. I've never before experienced an eye issue. Is this a side effect from surgery?

Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Can you upload an image for review?

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for tabling your concern to us. Swollen red eye after surgery could be caused by inflammation after the surgery or an infection. To tell the difference, we need to look at the nature of the swelling. IN this list, I recommend you upload an image for review. This way, I can provide a personalized and helpful response to you.

To upload an image, simply click on the link to upload a file and follow the instructions. If this proves difficult, please send the image by mail to YYYY@YYYY and request that the image should be uploaded to your query.

I do promise to get back to you with more insights and helpful recommendations as soon as the requested information gets here.

Waiting!

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana

Follow up: Dr. Chobufo Ditah (44 hours later)

Are you aware my question was posted on Thursday night?? This is Saturday night, it's 9pm, it's been 48 hrs, and I'm just now receiving a reply. Fortunately, I was able to get in with my primary care physician yesterday (Friday) morning. I was diagnosed with a terrible sinus infection, which isn't surprising considering my husband suffered the same the week prior to my surgery. I felt fine Tuesday morning prior to anesthesia and my intubation, but the infection set in regardless. My physician rx'd an oral antibiotic, an antibiotic eye ointment for nighttime use, and prednisone. I was also given an antibiotic, and steroid injection while at my doctors office. I began the medication immediately, and am happy to say my relief began immediately as well. The most telling relief, was the reduction of swelling, pressure, and discharge from my eyes. Especially my right eye, which was by far the worst. Per my doctors instructions, I've been using compresses, and gently massaging my sinus areas. I thank you for your response.

Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (16 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
I had sent in this report a long time ago!

Detailed Answer:
HI,

Am sorry you are reading my response just now. I don’t understand what might have happened that the response wasn’t immediately transferred to you as I sent it in just a few hours after you used our services. We are sorry for this delay.

On another note, am happy to know you have received a diagnosis, put on treatment and responding positively. I wish you a speedy recovery and let me know how it all plays out.

I wish you well.

Kind regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Chobufo Ditah (9 hours later)

Thank you Dr Chobufo. Know that I appreciate your time and efforts. Although shocked at the delay in your receiving your first response, I realize you are not to blame. And yes, I am both feeling better, and responding well to treatment. Thank you for your well wishes, and your knowledge and expertise.

Kind Regards....M Hobbs

Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (8 hours later)

Brief Answer:
I wish you well!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Thanks for you understanding. I wish you well and always know we would do our best to address your concerns as soon as possible.

Kind regards!

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad