Orbital cellulitis : Treatment & Expectations

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Orbital cellulitis

Treatment

The patient usually needs to stay in the hospital. Treatment includes antibiotics given through a vein. Surgery may be needed to drain the abscess.

An orbital cellulitis infection can get worse very quickly. The patient must be carefully checked every few hours.

Prognosis (Expectations)

With prompt treatment, the person can make a complete recovery.

Complications

Calling Your Health Care Provider

Orbital cellulitis is an emergency that requires immediate treatment. Call your health care provider if there are signs of eyelid swelling, especially with a fever.

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Review Date : 2/22/2007
Reviewed By : Manju Subramanian, MD, Assistant Professor in Ophthalmology, Vitreoretinal Disease and Surgery, Boston University Eye Associates, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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