Upper eyelid surgery 3 days ago (8/6/14). When should I switch (or should I?) from ice to warm compresses? (Photo)

August 9, 2014
Asked By:Karen FL in Melbourne, FL

Hello; I had my upper eyelids done Wednesday (8/8/14) morning. I'm seeing daily improvement with swelling & bruising. I used ice packs almost 24/7 for first 48 hours & on & off since then. At what point should I switch to warm compresses, or do I even need to continue ice and/or warm compresses? Also using Arnicare Gel on bruises and Refresh Lacri-Lube on stitches. Thanks Here's my photos from today, Saturday 8/9/14.

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August 11, 2014

Answer: Cold or warm compresses??

Scott W. Vann, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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August 11, 2014

Answer: Cold or warm compresses??

Scott W. Vann, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
August 10, 2014

Answer: Post op ice

John J. Martin, Jr., MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
August 10, 2014

Answer: Post op ice

John J. Martin, Jr., MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
August 10, 2014

Answer: It is really not appropriate to ask doctors on this forum to meddle in your care.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
August 10, 2014

Answer: It is really not appropriate to ask doctors on this forum to meddle in your care.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology

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