Eyelid problem
Posted: Sun 20 Jun 2021 11:18 am
by Green
Had remaining failed graft sutures out in theatre this week, but eyelid not feeling great, a bit tender, intermittent pain, one area slightly red, think I'll talk to them tomorrow but just wondered if anyone has had lid probs
Re: Eyelid problem
Posted: Sun 20 Jun 2021 11:28 am
by gsward
In theatre, but a local anaesthetic presumably? Both the anaesthetic and the clamps they sometimes have to use to keep your eye open during the procedure can cause local swelling and redness. Regular pain relief will probably ease things a bit but usually settles in a few days. Call them if you are still concerned.
Graham
Re: Eyelid problem
Posted: Sun 20 Jun 2021 12:46 pm
by Green
Yes LA & retractor, but this feels external
Re: Eyelid problem
Posted: Sun 20 Jun 2021 1:20 pm
by gsward
Most eyelid retractors are going to work something like this
https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Eye-retractors-and-applicator-positioning-for-superficial-radiotherapy-treatment-SXRT_fig3_324008095. So you will note there is quite a bit of stretching and pressure on the external areas of the eye.
Do call them if you are concerned.
Graham
Re: Eyelid problem
Posted: Sun 20 Jun 2021 2:35 pm
by Green
Thank you Graham appreciated