Small hematoma in upper eyelid 3 weeks after upper and lower blepharoplasy. Will this go away on its own? (Photo)

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I caused a small hematoma in my upper eyelid 3 weeks after upper and lower blepharoplasy. It happened when removing makeup (I thought I was being careful)! There seems to be a pocket of blood under the skin that is traveling/spreading rather that being reabsorbed. Will this go away on its own? It has already been over a week since it happened, and it just seems to keep getting worse.

Manish C. Champaneria, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.In my opinion, the hematoma is small, and your body will resorb the blood in due time, likely 2-3 weeks. The bruising associated with the hematoma will go away as well, and from your pictures, it seems to be taking a normal course. Warm compresses generally help with issues like this, too. I doubt this hematoma and bruising will affect your long-term outcome. I recommend seeing your surgeon if the bruising does not decrease.Regards,Manish Champaneria, MD

Christopher Khorsandi, MD · Answer

It looks like this will resolve on its own.  Arnica topical gel can help, as can gentle, warm compresses.  Speak to your plastic surgeon for more specific advice/precautions.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

This is really not a hematoma but a small phlegmon which is effectively a complex bruise. It will resolve with time.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

The bruise will go away.  Generally for very small hematoma like this one, we let them resolve on their own. It can actually take a few weeks and rarely a bit more.  This should in no way affect the long term result of your surgery.  I would recommend contacting your surgery to discuss his or her recommendations.

Leo Keegan, MD · Answer

Be patient. I would expect your bruising to completely resolve. This should not affect your long term result.

Francis R. Palmer, III, MD (retired) · Answer

It appears bruised at day 8.  This will go away on it's own.  I suggest following your surgeon's advice.  The bruise may change to lighter red, yellow and most likely disappear without intervention.

Paul Silverstein, MD (retired) · Answer

The bruise will go away, and you will be fine.  You can speed up resorption of the bruise with warm (not hot)  soaks, using a  clean face cloth wet with warm tap water.. This causes the small skin capillaries to dilate and increase the rate of resorption.

Gregory Park, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

The bruising will eventually go away own its own. Bruising generally takes 1-3 weeks to fully resolve. Be patient. Things will get better. Thank you for sharing your photos and concerns. Best wishes.

Small hematoma in upper eyelid 3 weeks after upper and lower blepharoplasy. Will this go away on its own? (Photo)

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