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Eye swelling
Hi doctor, suddenly yesterday i got infection in the right eye and got swollen. It is not reducing on it's own. Please suggest something.
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It is mostly some infection.
If you could share some details or pictures it would be great
Start a topical antibiotic like VIGAMOX Eye Drops 4 times a day.
A lubricant eye drop should also be started 4times a day like Genteal Eye Drops.
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Visit a local ophthalmologist if the condition doesn't improve
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Try to maintain lid hygiene
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Use some mild antibiotic like Zo eye drops frequently - one drop every 2 hours . Do not touch your eyes with your fingers. Use tissue which you throw away ; wash your hands frequently to avoid spread to other eye and to others . If not better in 48 hours see a doctor. Maskatieyeclinic Opposite Charni Road station east , Mumbai
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Please give more info wrt pain in eye/discharge/ reduced vision/ trauma/ swelling in eyelid. Do put up a picture for better assessment. Visit an ophthalmologist for complete evaluation.
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It might be a stye or blepharitis or conjunctivitis.
Please share a close up pic of your eyes with detailed information about pain and redness discharge itching and blurring of vision or consult an ophthalmologist nearby.
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You need to consult a local ophthalmologist, we need a correct diagnosis. You may take Paracetamol 650 mg for pain and swelling in the mean time.
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