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I Met with an accident four weeks ago, my left cheek got injury with swelling and black eye. I have

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priscilla87696
priscilla87696

I had place ice bag, but no result, but last few days I am using hot water application. I feel bit better. But still I can see swelling, please suggest some idea to reduce swelling in mu left cheek

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  • Marina_Dee
    Marina_Dee priscilla87696

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    What was the accident Priscilla?  Did you have it X rayed in case you have broken some facial bones?   Keep using cold compresses only, not hot.  If that swelling does not go down you should see a doctor,there may be a significant injury that you cant see.
  • michael1997
    michael1997 priscilla87696

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    Hi Priscilla,

    If the swelling/pain dosen't go down within the next two weeks, you should attend a&e. It's likely that you'll have a fracture that was missed initially. I've previously fractured all the bones in my face during a cycle accident. My facial injuries took about five months to heal. 

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