Presentation
Entire Body System
- Pain
During the first 24 to 48 hours, ice packs may help reduce swelling and ease the pain of a black eye. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs, such as aspirin or ibuprofen) or acetaminophen can be given if the pain is significant. [msdmanuals.com]
Analgesic drugs (painkillers) can be administered to relieve pain. [1] An anecdotal remedy for a black eye consists of applying raw meat to the eye area. Research has yet to find any evidence of this treatment being effective. [en.wikipedia.org]
According to some conspiracy theorists, the black left eye is part of a cult or 'Illuminati' high-level initiation ritual during which the pledger is said to be forced to 'eat pain' in a quest to become more powerful. [dailymail.co.uk]
Cardiovascular
- Hypertension
In some cases, abnormally high pressure inside the eyeball (ocular hypertension) can also result. [en.wikipedia.org]
Musculoskeletal
- Fracture
A black eye developing after a severe head injury may be a sign of skull fracture. [en.wikipedia.org]
Neurologic
- Headache
Loss of sight and/or fuzzy vision could occur Loss of consciousness Inability to move the eye or large swelling around the eye Blood or clear fluid from the nose or the ears Blood on the surface of the eye itself or cuts on the eye itself Persistent headache [en.wikipedia.org]
Treatment
Research has yet to find any evidence of this treatment being effective. [en.wikipedia.org]
Black eyes resolve without treatment after a few days or weeks. During the first 24 to 48 hours, ice packs may help reduce swelling and ease the pain of a black eye. [msdmanuals.com]
'And sure, some like McCain have very rational explanations like medical treatment, but I find it fairly odd.' Reddit users have also given their points of view, with one also suggesting it was 'bizarre' how many celebrities have black eyes. [dailymail.co.uk]
Prevention
Other countries too have systems in place which prevent tyranny. [thephoenixenigma.com]