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I would not have a chalazion treated at an urgent care center. I would see an ophthalmologist or ophthalmic plastic surgeon for treatment and/or removal.
This would depend highly on the experience of the physicians. It is very uncommon that a doctor at an acute care facility would have much experience in draining a chalazion. The possible complications that can result if this is done incorrectly are significant. I would recommend seeing an ophthalmologist at the very least. An oculoplastic surgeon would be even better. We see several of these a day. The cost involved would likely be the same since the same procedure codes would be billed, in case that is a consideration.
An acute care center will usually refer a chalazion to an ophthalmologist for drainage. Best of luck.
Acute Care facilities are not the best place to experience ophthalmic care. These locations do not always staff an ophthalmologist. A better option is to call a local ophthalmologist and make an appointment. This is something that may be done in the office setting and some ophthalmologists may be able to provide procedural care on the same day as your visit, saving you time and expense. Best wishes for treatment.
Whatever it is, it is most assuredly not normal. Time will help with the swelling. The issue might just go away but I doubt it. I think that time will make it more clear that something is not right here. It looks like the lower eyelid might have been tighten with a lateral cathoplasty. Th...
I do not think that fat grating into the lower eyelid is a good idea. Yet it is a big fade right now. As a result, I am seeing many people who come to see me to have the grafted fat lumps removed from their lower eyelids. You are at a stage where you could still have a post operative i...
Hello. Thank you for your question. It is my opinion that upper and lower blepharoplasty can be performed safely at the same time. This will allow one procedure and one period of recovery. This is very common practice in facial plastic surgery. There is really no advantage to doing them...
Thank you for sharing your question. Everyone has some degree of facial asymmetry, which is completely normal. For the right brow, I recommend trying a small dose of Botox. When properly placed, Botox can lift the brow and allow it to appear more even with the opposite brow. If you are also...
If the conservative management does not resolve the chalazia, ask for a kenalog injection instead of a surgery procedure. This often resolves the chalazia. If it does not improve with this approach after 6 to 8 weeks, surgery is reasonable.
Fillers, lasers, skin care can all help this issue in someone younger. I suggest you see an expert. Best, Dr. Emer.
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