When can I take Ibuprofen after blepharoplasty? (photo)

December 21, 2013
Asked By:Dog bite victim in Windham, ME

I am 48 hours post op with a fair amount of bruising and swelling from an upper and lower blepharoplasty but would really like to take Ibuprofen for unrelated back pain. What do you recommend so I don't have more bruising? I read some posts that indicated it may actually help with swelling. Thoughts?

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December 27, 2013

Answer: Wait at least 5 days before taking ibuprofen after eyelid surgery.

Jeffrey M. Darrow, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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December 27, 2013

Answer: Wait at least 5 days before taking ibuprofen after eyelid surgery.

Jeffrey M. Darrow, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
December 24, 2013

Answer: When can I take Ibuprofen after blepharoplasty?

December 24, 2013

Answer: When can I take Ibuprofen after blepharoplasty?

December 23, 2013

Answer: Avoid ibuprofen

December 23, 2013

Answer: Avoid ibuprofen

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