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Suggest Treatment For Black Discoloration On The Eye

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Posted on Thu, 1 Dec 2016
Question: I have a very bad black eye. Should i see a doctor or just contine with ice packing?


It happened from a fall hittin my eyebrow. g
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Answered by Dr. Remy Koshy (3 hours later)
Brief Answer:
It will take a few days for it to resolve.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for your query,

I have read through your query and have also seen the attached photograph,

I would like to know a few more details related in order to guide you through:
- did you hit your head along with your eyebrows at the time of fall?
- any associated black outs?
- are you on any medications like aspirin for any other conditions?

If you do not have any of the above mentioned symptoms, then there is nothing to get worried about. I would suggest you to continue the application of ice packs for 10-15 minutes almost every hour. It will take a few days for it to resolve.

If in any case, you may experience any increase in swelling, pain or any discharge, I would suggest you to consult with a doctor in your area for a proper examination and management as it may be due to an infection.

Otherwise, just be relaxed and cold application would do.

Hope this helps
Please feel free to discuss if you have any further queries, I would be pleased to assist you.

Thanks and regards
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Suggest Treatment For Black Discoloration On The Eye

Brief Answer: It will take a few days for it to resolve. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for your query, I have read through your query and have also seen the attached photograph, I would like to know a few more details related in order to guide you through: - did you hit your head along with your eyebrows at the time of fall? - any associated black outs? - are you on any medications like aspirin for any other conditions? If you do not have any of the above mentioned symptoms, then there is nothing to get worried about. I would suggest you to continue the application of ice packs for 10-15 minutes almost every hour. It will take a few days for it to resolve. If in any case, you may experience any increase in swelling, pain or any discharge, I would suggest you to consult with a doctor in your area for a proper examination and management as it may be due to an infection. Otherwise, just be relaxed and cold application would do. Hope this helps Please feel free to discuss if you have any further queries, I would be pleased to assist you. Thanks and regards