Spontaneous Development of Unilateral Orbital Emphysema Following a Bout of Sneezing: Case Report
Ranjit S. Lahel,
Sangeet Kumar
Abstract:Orbital emphysema is a known complication of periorbital trauma due to a fracture in the orbital walls. However, it is uncommon to come across a case of orbital emphysema in clinical practice due to sneezing or coughing. The case reported here involves the development of spontaneous orbital swelling in a 24-year-old male occurring following a bout of sneezing. The case merits discussion to emphasize the importance of appropriate workup in detecting definitive etiology and urgently deciding upon the correct cou… Show more
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