How long does it take for a hyphema (squash ball) eye injury take to heal?

Question

Around 6 weeks ago, I had an eye injury from a squash ball which caused a small hyphema. The last time I was checked they said the blood had all but gone and wait for another appointment. Over the past couple of weeks the pain on eye of where it hit has decreased and usually the eye feels normal for most of the day, but on occassions there is a throbbing feeling in the eye and it is still slightly sensitive to sunlight. I have got another appointment in the coming week.

I'm just wondering how long it will take to fully heal?

Answer 1

Its tough to answer, if no major damage was done, then it may be nearly healed. if on the other hand some more serious internal damage was done, then your recovery period could be much longer.

Just keep on seeing your doc whenever he tells your to, as only he can know the full extent of your damage.

Good luck, hope it comes good soon