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What's the best way to take care of a black eye?

Asked by Deja_vu (4157points) November 2nd, 2010

Is there something more I could do other than iceing it?

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ANef_is_Enuf's avatar

Perhaps arnica gel or tablets? I’m not sure if it would work, but must be worth a shot.

SkulpTor's avatar

Pack it with ice and try and not put pressure directly on the eye or blow your nose.

augustlan's avatar

Taking an anti-inflammatory (Advil, Motrin, Aleve) would probably be a good idea. Hope it’s not too painful!

JilltheTooth's avatar

Instead of regular ice I use a bag of frozen peas, it molds to your face better and isn’t so poky.

Adirondackwannabe's avatar

Frozen peas, glass of scotch, and a picture of the ass that did this to you on the dart board. Throw lots of darts. Press charges to conclusion.

mrentropy's avatar

I’m with the bag-o-peas people.

And if cartoons have taught us anything it’s that a nice juicy steak on your face is good for black eyes.

CMaz's avatar

Yea, stop touching it. Though, they say rubbing a bruise will cause it do go away faster.

Ok, start touching it.

josie's avatar

Having had a few…
Ice, NSAIDs, 7–10 days.

Deja_vu's avatar

Thank you guys

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