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After swelling of lash line right eye near tear duct- swelling gone now only a dot on inner lash line- why?&what now? swelling is gone by the way

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Dr. John Michel answered

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May be infected or: obstructed gland or duct. This may occur and can be painful Would watch this but if occurs use hot compresses until you can see your doctor.

Answered 2/18/2015

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A member asked:

After swelling of lash line right eye near tear duct- swelling gone now only a dot on inner lash line- why?&what now? swelling is gone by the way

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Michel answered

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