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Hi dr, my dog got loose yesterday in the yard. my son was chasing the dog and and unknown insect bit his eye. it was swollen on the bottom lid andhurt?

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Dr. Katharine Cox answered

Specializes in Pediatric Emergency Medicine

Watch : Keep the area clean and apply ointment not inside the eye unless the label says so. Also use cool compresses. I wonder if it was a bee or hornet? The swelling should decrease in 2-3 days. If it isn't looking better, see his doctor. All the best.

Answered 7/24/2015

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A member asked:

Hi dr, my dog got loose yesterday in the yard. my son was chasing the dog and and unknown insect bit his eye. it was swollen on the bottom lid andhurt?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Katharine Cox answered

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