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What Causes Prolonged Swelling In Eyes After An Eye Trauma?
Question: I hit my brow bone and developed a very bad black eye that was swollen shut for several days. The swelling in that area is gone but still discolored. What I am worried about now is the swelling at the brow bone it has not changed at all in 2 weeks and is painful but not discolored. Is there anything to be concerned about? should I see my doctor?
Brief Answer:
not unusual
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome.
It is not unusual for such injuries to cause prolonged swelling even up to 3 weeks so you should be patient but more,take anti-inflammatory painkiller and apply cold compresses. Although,if there is vision disorder,eye pain or tingling in this area,you should do ct scan .Wish you good health.
not unusual
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome.
It is not unusual for such injuries to cause prolonged swelling even up to 3 weeks so you should be patient but more,take anti-inflammatory painkiller and apply cold compresses. Although,if there is vision disorder,eye pain or tingling in this area,you should do ct scan .Wish you good health.
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