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ISSUES THAT CAN AFFECT THE EYES FROM A PUNCH

A single punch can alter the structure and function of the entire eye.

Some of the changes that can occur from a punch to the eyes includes:

  • Ecchymosis (black eye)
  • Subconjunctival hemorrhage
  • Hyphema
  • Blow out fracture
  • Swollen eyelids and it’s surrounding tissues
  • Traumatic cataract
  • Ocular hypertension and secondary glaucoma
  • Retinal detachment

BLOW OUT FRACTURE

Blow out fracture occurs when one or more of the seven bones surrounding the eye ( eye socket) breaks.

This usually occur when there a blunt trauma like  punch, baseball smack to the face/the eyes.

This condition can also occur during a road traffic accident.

Signs and symptoms includes eye pain, double vision, reduced vision, pain on eye movement, et.c.

Treatment involves the use of systemic anti-inflammatory medications and in situations where you have a break in the orbital floor, surgery may be required.