Should I proceed with having my swollen, pus-filled right eye drained after a numbing injection as my doctor suggested, or should I just continue taking Safexim Taxim O, using the eye drops, and applying warm compresses?
While continuing your warm compresses and your prescribed cefixime (Safexim/Taxim O) and eye drops is important, these medications alone often cannot easily penetrate a closed pocket of pus. Having your doctor gently drain the swelling after a numbing injection is the most effective way to relieve the pressure, speed up your healing, and prevent the infection from spreading. The numbing ensures you will feel minimal discomfort. I highly recommend following your doctor's advice to proceed with the drainage for your comfort and safety.
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Should I proceed with having my swollen, pus-filled right eye drained after a numbing injection as my doctor suggested, or should I just continue taking Safexim Taxim O, using the eye drops, and applying warm compresses?