Orbital Cellulitis
Orbital cellulitis is an infection of the tissues surrounding the eye, within the orbit, which usually affects the muscles and fat located behind the eyeball. It is a condition that requires prompt care because of its closeness to delicate structures.
Common symptoms: swelling and redness around the eye, pain when moving it, a protruding eye, fever, and, at times, changes in vision.
When to see the doctor? with these signs, it is advisable to seek care without delay, since it can progress quickly.
Which specialist treats it? the ophthalmologist evaluates the involvement of the eye and the infectious disease specialist provides guidance on the infection; in children the pediatrician participates and, at the first visit, the general practitioner. If you notice painful swelling around the eye, a prompt evaluation is advisable.
Data on 102 doctors who treat orbital cellulitis
Specialties that treat orbital cellulitis
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in orbital cellulitis
Dr. Iraís Díaz Báez
Dr. Shelly Márquez
Dr. Edgar Bustos Córdova
Dra. Brenda Magdalena Rodríguez Muñoz
Dr. Irving Granados Velázquez
Dr. Alberto Fregoso Ojeda
Dr. Lesbros Pablo Huelsz
Dr. Julio Cesar De la Fuente Muñoz
Dr. Rodolfo Rivas Ruiz
Dr. Mauricio Espinosa Torres
Dr. Ramiro Millan Mota
Dr. Mateo Lorenzo Tapia
Dr. Sergio Miguel Gomez Dorantes
Dr. Carlos Takumi Namba Bando
Dr. Rafael Ordaz Castillo
Dr. Juan Trujillo Perrusquia
Dr. Rodrigo Luna Muñoz
Dr. Eduardo Lenin Ruelas Olvera
Dr. Jesús Soto Landeros
Dr. Mercado Filomena Vizcaino
Frequently asked questions
What is orbital cellulitis?
Orbital cellulitis is an infection of the tissues surrounding the eye, within the orbit, which usually affects the muscles and fat located behind the eyeball. It is a condition that requires prompt care because of its closeness to delicate structures.
Which doctor treats orbital cellulitis?
Orbital Cellulitis is usually treated by specialists in diabetologist, infectious disease specialist, general practitioner, pediatric nephrologist, ophthalmologist, pediatrician, psychologist, ophthalmologist.