A member asked:

My son is six and complained of his left eye hurting. a little swollen, a little pink/red. should we go to er, doctor, or give him allergy meds?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Neigatha Graney answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

See Your Doctor NOW: Symptoms of eye pain, swelling, redness suggest possible infection. Orbital & periorbital cellulitis are 2 serious infections involving the eye in this age group; requires immediate diagnosis/treatment w/ antibiotics. Consider foreign body in eye also. Allergies & pink eye can cause these symptoms however presence of pain is a red flag. See your doctor NOW for correct diagnosis & prompt treatment.

Answered 2/22/2015

3.3k views

Thank
Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Call your doctor: I suggest you call the child's doctor. An ER visit is not needed in this situation.

Answered 2/22/2015

3.3k views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more