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Hi its been 3 weeks since i had a black eye from a fight, the swellig has gone and pain but its still abit dark around the lower eye lid i've tried everything to make it go away but it still dark, i've used anicare cream , witch hazel , sin fade but its s

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Dr. Jay Bradley answered

Specializes in Cornea, Cataract, & Refractive (LASIK & PRK) Surgery

More time: If it was not discolored prior to the incident, it should go back to normal with time. You can use some concealer in the meantime.

Answered 11/2/2013

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Dr. Mike Bowman answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Dark eyes: It most likely is venous congestion after the injury, as the bruising should be gone by now. Consider consultation with a local facial plastic surgeon. Products like tns eye repair by skin medica can help reduce the venous congestion and a new makeup color can help conceeal this in the meantime. Your doctor can also discuss other options if appropriate. Good luck.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Hyperpigmentation : Another possibility is that it's post traumatic hyperpigmentation as a result of the inflammatory process from the injury. Left on its own, it may clear up in time (weeks to months). Topical skin lighteners can help speed up the process. An evaluation by an experienced provider can help determine the issue and therefore best treatment.

Answered 1/17/2016

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