The swelling in the eye does not seem to be increasing, is this something to consult a doctor about?

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Hello, for the last 2 days my 2 year old has had an eye with a slightly swollen eyelid. Eye not red, no discharge. No itching apparently. Thank you very much!😊

Millie Yee · Accepted Answer

Good morning, Generally, the signs requiring urgent consultation are pain in the eye, sensitivity to room light, trauma to the eye, impaired vision, burning and immunosuppression. Based on the description you gave, he does not seem to have these signs. I would suggest cold compresses on your child's eye to decrease the inflammation. You need to monitor the progression of the symptoms. If the swelling persists in the next few days despite the compresses or if the signs mentioned above appear, it is important to consult a doctor or an optometrist for a more in-depth evaluation. If the problem is recurrent, it is important to see if there are factors that cause the swelling (e.g. dust, allergy, etc.) and to consult a doctor if necessary. Don't hesitate to contact us again if you have any other questions! Millie Yee, pharmacy student Under the supervision of Alexandre Chagnon, pharmacist I'm glad to hear that! Have a nice day!