Hospital Admission

As I was sitting, wondering the topic to blog, I realized that talking about my most recent experience with admission at the hospital will be worth a write and a read.

At every hospital visit, I am always apprehensive not wanting me or my family (yard people) to be admitted. I had woken up on Tuesday wanting to go to work (I work mostly from home and only have to be at work once a week which is Tuesday). I realized that I would have to make a stop at the hospital before going to work. My son developed a swollen eye overnight. So swollen that opening the eyes does not work.

On getting to the hospital, what seemed like a boil, or a mere swell had escalated into what seemed to be serious. The eye is swollen covering a full eye, for something that started like a boil seemed really serious and there is now a discussion of quick intervention and fear of losing one eye or if the infection spread to parts that will affect the brain. Oh wow, my poor eight-year-old, this was scary all of a sudden.

To cut the long story short, they diagnosed my son for eyelid infection. According to Anna Barden, an eyelid infection occurs when a gland along the lash line becomes clogged or irritated. In most cases, eyelid infections are caused by bacteria.

Skin conditions such as eczema, dandruff and psoriasis can trigger eyelid inflammation (blepharitis), which can lead to infection if left untreated. Eyelid inflammation is also commonly experienced with any eyelid infection, but typically heals as the infection is treated.

If you think you have an eyelid infection, it is critical to see an eye doctor as soon as possible for an exam and to receive proper treatment.

Causes of eyelid infections

Eyelid infections can occur when bacteria are transferred to the eyelids from:

• Eye infections, such as conjunctivitis (pink eye)
• Orbital cellulitis
• Trauma to the eye area

Eyelid infection symptoms

An eyelid infection will likely involve one or more of the following symptoms:

• Red eyes
• Crusty debris along the eyelids
• Burning or itchiness
• Swelling around the eyelid
• Watery eyes
• Eyelashes sticking together
• Feeling as though something is stuck in your eye
• Light sensitivity (photophobia)

Symptoms may vary depending on what caused the eyelid infection. Consult your eye doctor as soon as you start experiencing any of the above symptoms (or any additional symptoms) so the right treatment can start as soon as possible.

Prevention

If you experience a condition that causes chronic eyelid inflammation, your eye doctor may suggest a vitamin regimen to promote eye health after the infection heals. 

Certain skin conditions and other medical problems can make you more prone to eyelid infections, but with the proper management of these conditions, your risk may be lowered.

Always contact an eye doctor if you experience signs or symptoms of an infection anywhere on, in or near your eye, and stay up to date with annual eye exams for optimal eye health.

During our stay at the hospital, IV line was set, and intravenous antibiotics was prescribed. The test was repeated after 72 hours, and the infection still seemed high. After 5days at the hospital, I demanded that he should be discharged and then we went home.

Thanks for reading. Till next time……