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Should i still go to work if i have orbital cellulitis?
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No: Orbital cellulitis is an emergency situation with infection around and behind the eye which can rapidly destroy the vision and even can invade the brain or nasal sinuses which could lead to death. You should go immediately to an er and have this checked out.
Answered 8/24/2017
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