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What Causes Swelling In The Eyes?

My grandson is four years old and he has had episodes were his iris and sclera is completely swollen . He has been treated for allergies with with no changes. It is usually in one eye. Today he had an episode and he stated that it was hurting. We have made many doctor visits and emergency room visits, and we still do not have any answers. I am very concern!
Fri, 6 Oct 2017
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Hi Dear ,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swelling in the eyes . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like eye infection , acne , allergic , eczema , conjuctivitis and scabies . It can also occur due to poor immunity of body and due to side effect of some medicines . I would suggest you to maintain proper hygiene , take antihistamine like benadryl , prevent your skin and eye from direct sun light , wear eyeglasses and avoid applying any cosmetic . Apply only petroleum jelly and apply cold compresses on eyes. Consult ophthalmologist for proper examination . Doctor may order skin test or allergy test along with blood test . Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants along with antibiotics and anti inflammatory and corticosteroid eye drops . Wash you eyes with cold water. Prevent your eyes from dust.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Swelling In The Eyes?

Hi Dear , Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have swelling in the eyes . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like eye infection , acne , allergic , eczema , conjuctivitis and scabies . It can also occur due to poor immunity of body and due to side effect of some medicines . I would suggest you to maintain proper hygiene , take antihistamine like benadryl , prevent your skin and eye from direct sun light , wear eyeglasses and avoid applying any cosmetic . Apply only petroleum jelly and apply cold compresses on eyes. Consult ophthalmologist for proper examination . Doctor may order skin test or allergy test along with blood test . Doctor may prescribe immunosuppressants along with antibiotics and anti inflammatory and corticosteroid eye drops . Wash you eyes with cold water. Prevent your eyes from dust. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari