Bruising in Eyelid 3 Weeks After Asian Blepharoplasty

I had an asian blepharoplasty done 3 weeks ago. The swelling has gone down dramatically but some blood accumulation (possibly hematoma?) is still there, more prevalent in the left eye than the right eye. They are still a dark purple color and have not faded away since a week and a half ago, and have not changed color at all. (Meanwhile, swelling continues to go down.) In the pic, (I have mild orbital dystopia hence position of eyebrows) please examine for hematoma? and recommend?

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The dark purple color is actually normal after asian blepharoplasty

The dark purple color is actually normal after asian blepharoplasty. That occurs because of the inflammation and that brings more blood flow to that area. Also because that area is thinner than most areas on the body, it tends to show colors more that show through the skin more (because of the thin nature of skin in this area). This will get better with time. This is not a hematoma. I think the result that you have is excellent. I have seen many more issues from... more