The eyelids swell easily. The most effective way to reduce inflammation is to apply cold to the zone using ice packs for 10 minutes every hour the night after surgery. In the next few days, use ice packs on your eyes four to five times daily.
We recommend making some camomile tea, keeping it in the fridge, and afterward soaking gauzes in it and putting them on the eyes. You could also use cold gel masks or a frozen peas bag wrapped in a towel.
It is very important not to lie down completely flat. Sleep in a sitting-up position with the head slightly raised on pillows.