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Had a bug bite on my eye lid last month or so. now the corner of my eye is yellowish and there is clear pus in my eye. should i tell my doctor?

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Yes: This is likely an infection which requires prompt attention especially when it is so close to your eye.

Dr Cremers agreed

Answered 8/14/2016

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A member asked:

Had a bug bite on my eye lid last month or so. now the corner of my eye is yellowish and there is clear pus in my eye. should i tell my doctor?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Chiu answered

Dr Cremers agreed

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