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Bloodshot Eyes After Blepharoplasty Procedure
I had upper and lower Blepharoplasty surgery 13 days ago. I went back to work after 10 days. I work on the computer, so I took my eye drops to work. The first two days were okay, however, when I came home today, I noticed that my eyes were bloodshot. I have never had bloodshot eyes in my life. Should I be worried? I realize that the computer is going to bring more blood flow but I did not expect this. I am starting to regret this surgery. I am sure it did not help that I had my little space heater on as well. I guess I am nervous due to all the cornea damage talk.
Redness can be a sign of irritation
Red eyes can be caused by many things including corneal irritation, allergies, corneal abrasion, reactions to medication, etc. Blepharoplasty can alter your eyes ability to blink and change your bodies ability to clear debris and spread tear film over your eyes. If you had no redness after the surgery and are now having issues it may or may not be related to the surgery. The typical course for corneal irritation or inability for a patient to protect their eyes with the typical mechanism of the upper lid usually is an early one with patients having trouble in the first few days. However, your symptoms can be a sign of something more serious and you should see your treating physician. He may prescribe different eye drops (perhaps ones with steroid in them) or if he is concerned he may refer you to an opthamologist. I hope this helps.
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