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Why do i have a sudden, pin like sharp pain behind my left eye after swimming? i dived deep and then felt intense pressure in both eyes. the pressure in my right eye disappeared but the left eye is hurting a lot?

Q: why do i have a sudden, pin like sharp pain behind my left eye after swimming? i dived deep and then felt intense pressure in both eyes. the pressure in my right eye disappeared but the left eye is hurting a lot?

: You should see an ophthalmologist if there is any change in vision or pain gets worse; otherwise, just observe the symptom for now. Good luck.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

You should see an ophthalmologist if there is any change in vision or pain gets worse; otherwise, just observe the symptom for now. Good luck.

Dr Yanik agreed

Answered 6/10/2023

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A member asked:

Why do i have a sudden, pin like sharp pain behind my left eye after swimming? i dived deep and then felt intense pressure in both eyes. the pressure in my right eye disappeared but the left eye is hurting a lot?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hiep Le answered

Dr Yanik agreed

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