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How Should Black Eyes After An Injury Be Treated?

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Question : Fell 2 days ago, hard on head. Swelling gone and feel ok, but now 2 black eyes?
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
A fractured cranial base should be excluded.

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

Black eyes or "racoon eyes" may indicate a fractured anterior cranial base, so, i think, you should have a CT scan of the head done in order to evaluate properly, or even to exclude this possible condition.

Discuss with your Doctor about these issues.

Hope you found the answer helpful.

Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care.
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How Should Black Eyes After An Injury Be Treated?

Brief Answer: A fractured cranial base should be excluded. Detailed Answer: Hello, Black eyes or "racoon eyes" may indicate a fractured anterior cranial base, so, i think, you should have a CT scan of the head done in order to evaluate properly, or even to exclude this possible condition. Discuss with your Doctor about these issues. Hope you found the answer helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care.