corneal abrasion after a blepharoplasty

 

When the surface of the eye around the pupil is scratched or damaged it is called a corneal abrasion. This can cause severe pain in the eye after a blepharoplasty

 

It is caused by something scratching the surface of the eye during surgery, such as a gauze sponge, stitches or instruments. For this reason surgeons are careful to protect the eye as much as possible during operation.

 

The pain is often severe and feels as though there is something in the eye. The eye is very sensitive to light and is constantly tearing.

 

The diagnosis can be confirmed by staining the surface of the eye with fluorescein and examining it with a special light. Small breaks in the surface of the cornea can be seen.

 

The treatment is usually simple. Antibiotic ointment and an eye patch. Most abrasions are healed within a day or so. If there is any doubt about the diagnosis or if it does not heal quickly a consultation with an eye doctor is usually obtained.

 

 

 

 

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