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I've developed puffiness and itching by my right eye as well as my eyelid. should i go see a doctor for this?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

YES: YES. Never ignore eye swelling- possible allergic reaction.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 8/2/2016

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A member asked:

I've developed puffiness and itching by my right eye as well as my eyelid. should i go see a doctor for this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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