Generally speaking, it takes about 3~7 days for the swelling to go down after the surgery, and the specific swelling time is related to the pre-operative swelling condition and individual recovery situation.
1. Related to pre-operative swelling: usually, if the pre-operative wheal is more serious, the internal pus, pus block is more, after draining the pus, the recovery time is relatively long, it may take 5~7 days before the swelling can be completely reduced; if the pre-operative wheal is less serious, after the pus, pus block is discharged, the recovery time is relatively shorter, it may take 3~5 days to completely reduce the swelling.
2. Related to individual recovery: if the individual is in good physical condition and take good eye care after surgery, the recovery time is relatively short and it may take 3~5 days for the swelling to go down gradually; if the individual is in poor physical condition or does not take good eye care after surgery, the recovery time is relatively long and it may take about 1 week for the swelling to go down completely.
After surgery, you should do a good job of eye cleaning and hygiene, pay attention to rest, and avoid excessive use of the eyes in order to promote postoperative recovery.