On Nov 22 I got a revision lower blepharoplasty in right eye. Everything was fine till I woke up on the 29. My eye was bloodshot and more concerning was the top layer of my eye "scrunches" when I turn my head to the left and my iris to to the outer side of my right eye. A few days later the redness has subsided but the top layer still "scrunches." My eye does not itch and I can close it all the way. I don't know if I have chemosis. I am worried and want it to go away fast.
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Hey Gertie,
Sounds like you had a Putterman procedure for ptosis. It depends on the sutures that were used. I could generally say that they should be gone within about 10 to 14 days. However, what you may continue to experience is a sensation of something being there,...
Leo Kim, FRACS(Plast), MS(Plast), MBBS(Hons) says:
It seems there are other potential medical issues that need to be looked at, it may have an organic cause that can be addressed (palpitation, weight loss etc). Your eyes seem relatively symmetrical to me but metabolic issues that may coincide with your eyes could be thyroid issues and you should...
There aren't any ointments that prevent bruising but a medication called Arnica may help (Google SinEcch). However, your best option is to use cool compresses after the procedure. Discuss this with your surgeon in advance to minimize your bruising.
