First of all, it should be clear that swelling after catgut embedding is a normal phenomenon. After all, any operation will cause a certain degree of trauma to the tissue, and swelling is the body's natural response to trauma. However, if the eyes are still swollen after 8 days, we need to pay attention and take some measures.
In this case, I suggest keeping calm and not being too anxious. Anxiety may affect your recovery and even aggravate the swelling. Next, you can try the following methods to help reduce swelling:
Cold compress: apply an ice pack or a cold towel to the eyes, each time 10- 15 minutes, 2-3 times a day. Cold compress can shrink blood vessels and relieve swelling and pain.
Hot compress: after 2-3 days of cold compress, if the swelling is reduced, hot compress can be used instead. Hot compress can promote blood circulation and accelerate the swelling to subside. However, it should be noted that the temperature should not be too high during hot compress to avoid scalding the skin.
Eye movement: under the guidance of a doctor, carry out appropriate eye movements, such as blinking and eye movements. These exercises can promote the blood circulation of eye muscles and help to reduce swelling.
Diet adjustment: Avoid spicy food and seafood, which may aggravate swelling. Eating more fresh vegetables, fruits and foods rich in protein will help to heal wounds and reduce swelling.
Keep clean: keep your eyes clean and dry to avoid infection. If there is secretion or blood scab, you can gently wipe it with sterile physiological saline.
Take medicine on time: If you have pain or discomfort, you can take painkillers or anti-inflammatory drugs under the guidance of a doctor.
Follow-up visit: If the swelling persists or worsens, it is recommended to contact a doctor for follow-up visit in time. The doctor will give targeted suggestions and treatment plans according to the specific situation.
In addition to the above methods, I also want to emphasize that everyone's physique and recovery ability are different, so the rate of postoperative swelling will be different. Therefore, it is very important to maintain a good attitude and confidence, rather than excessive comparison and anxiety.
In short, scientific and reasonable measures should be taken to deal with the situation that the eyes are still swollen 8 days after double eyelid surgery. Through cold compress, hot compress, eye movement, diet adjustment, keeping clean, taking medicine on time and consulting again, I believe the swelling problem will be solved gradually. At the same time, maintaining a positive and optimistic attitude is also one of the important factors to promote recovery.