6 days after surgery eyes are still extremely swollen. (photo)

August 23, 2016
Asked By:sandy.hem in Italy, IT

My doc removed fat n' cut off skin in the inner corner of my eyes for a caucasian look. I left the country n' the stitches should be removed after 7 days but my eyes are still extremely swollen. I can't believe that it's possible to remove the stitches when it's extremely swollen. I can't even open my eyes fully. I was thinking to wait 3 more days before getting the stitches out. Every one says that the most swelling should be go down after 3 days but I don't see any difference

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August 24, 2016

Answer: These sutures need to be removed now and not 3 days from now.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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August 24, 2016

Answer: These sutures need to be removed now and not 3 days from now.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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August 25, 2016

Answer: Sutures and swelling

Alexander Anzarut, MDCertified Plastic Surgeon
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August 25, 2016

Answer: Sutures and swelling

Alexander Anzarut, MDCertified Plastic Surgeon
August 24, 2016

Answer: Swollen post upper lid bleph

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John J. Martin, Jr., MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
August 24, 2016

Answer: Swollen post upper lid bleph

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John J. Martin, Jr., MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology

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