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Have 4-5 days with a black and blue eye. still a bit swollen above my eye and by the side of my nose. should i continue putting ice at this point?

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Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

No: Ice has limited effect after 48 hours. Take ibuprofen or naproxen to help with the pain and swelling.

Dr Juchau and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/10/2015

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A member asked:

Have 4-5 days with a black and blue eye. still a bit swollen above my eye and by the side of my nose. should i continue putting ice at this point?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Dr Juchau and another doctor agreed

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