What to do with my boy's eye that is purple on top

Hello,

If your son's eyelid is swollen due to trauma (e.g.: blow, shock, etc.), you can apply cold or warm compresses for 15 minutes 3 times a day to reduce the inflammation. The purple coloration of the skin should heal with time, which could take 1 to 3 weeks. Also, make sure that the eye has not been affected. You should see an optometrist or doctor if your boy has any of the following symptoms:

If the discoloration is not related to trauma, I recommend that he goes directly to the doctor.

Hope to see you soon,

Samantha Hui, pharmacy student

Under the supervision of Alexandre Chagnon, pharmacist