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How long will it take for a black eye to develop if you get elbowed there?
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Hours. : This occurs because broken blood vessels leak blood within the tissues around the eye. An hour or two to develop and typically 2-3 weeks to resolve depending on how severe.
Answered 4/26/2016
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Soon: A black eye usually develops within 24 hours of the trauma. Either way, you should have your eye examined by your eye doctor to ensure no other injuries have occurred.
Answered 4/19/2015
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