Bruising Under Eyes Weeks After Surgery. What's the Cause? How To Treat Bruising?

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had upper eyelid surgery weeks ago and lots of bruising under syes still exixts. why and what treatment can resolve this

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Bruising under your eyes post-surgery is not uncommon. It should go away on its own in a couple weeks, but Arnica topically and or orally may help speed the process.

Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD · Answer

I know of nothing that hastens the departure of bruising.  I do not think that any of the anti-bruising preparations (eg. arnica) do anything.  Be patient and avoid traumatizing the area.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

You most likely had a very bad bruise associated with your eyelid surgery.  It will go away, it just takes time.  Some doctors advocate using IPL to break down the bruise.  I personally have not been very impressed with this approach.  Time is often the best cure.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

Bruising after eyelid surgery can last for a few weeks after surgery. Normally the body just breaks down the blood and absorbs it.

Leonard T. Yu, MD · Answer

Bruising after eyelid surgery may last several weeks depending upon the patient and technique.  Warm compresses may hasten recovery, arnica may also help.

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