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Black eye - First Aid and Emergency Treatment Guide

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   What is Black eye?
   Causes
   Symptoms
   Symptoms of severity
   Treatment
   Home remedy
   complications
   Prevention

What is Black eye?

A bruise in the tissues around the eye/eyes
Results from injury to face/head
Causes swelling and dark coloration of eye
Hence, "black eye"
Usually a minor problem
Sometimes it indicates a serious injury
One or both eye affected

Causes

Blow to eye / nose
Facial surgical procedures
Allergies
Bites

Symptoms

Discoloration of eye
Swelling
Blow to nose causes swelling of eye
Head injuries may blacken/swell eyes
Pain
Blurry vision due to swelling
Headache

Symptoms of severity

Persistent headache
Double vision
Inability to move eye/eyes
Blood on eye surface
Blood/fluid issue from nose, ears
Loss of consciousness
Loss of sight

Treatment

Black eyes generally heals within a few days
Consult with specialist for serious injuries

Home remedy

Apply ice for 20 min/hour, first two days
If not better, apply warm compress once in two hours
Do not use ice directly
Wrap ice in cloth or use commercial pack
Continue cold compress till severity eases
Take acetaminophen, for pain relief
Avoid aspirins / non-steroidal medications
These medications may cause bleeding
Stay away from strenuous activity
See a medical specialist as soon as possible

Treatment for complications

For head injuries-Neurosurgeon
For nose injuries-ENT specialist
For eye injuries-Ophthalmologist
For face
Injuries/disfigurement-Plastic surgeon
Carry out follow-up as advised by doctor

Prevention

Protect your eyes always
Ensure safety at home by removing unwanted objects
Avoid fist fights

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