Swelling on the face does not make anyone look good. They can change the shape of the face and ruin the appearance. But in a healthy person they appear extremely rarely and immediately attract attention. And usually swelling, not caused by any pathology, forms evenly over the entire face, or swelling appears immediately under both eyes as a possible option. And anyone can notice swelling under their eyes. The reasons, on the one hand, may be banal and do not pose any health hazard, but on the other hand, they are often due to the presence of some pathology.
Swelling under the eye on one side: causes
What is edema, the main causes of its appearance
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Edema is a kind of tumor that appears due to a banal accumulation of fluids in the tissues of the body. In the face area, it can appear either uniformly over the entire area or in individual areas. But most often, swelling forms precisely under the eyes - in this part of the face the tissues are such that they easily accumulate and retain fluid. Here the skin contains quite a bit of elastin and collagen, the skin tone is less than in other parts of the body, and subcutaneous fatty tissue is simply absent here.
Swelling under the eye
The swelling can be either one-sided or form on both sides of the face. If swelling has formed only in the area of one eye, then, most likely, it was caused by some third-party cause, not particularly related to serious pathologies, although in the presence of a number of diseases, swelling can still appear only on one side. If swelling appears all over the face or evenly under both eyes, then most likely the cause of its formation is associated with a number of serious pathologies of the heart or kidneys.
Bags under the eyes
On a note! Sometimes swelling occurs in pregnant women or those who work a lot, putting excessive strain on the eyes, and are very tired. In this case, they are not associated with the development of various diseases.
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The appearance of bags under the eyes does not always indicate pathologies or health threats. However, these are the first signs of possible disorders in the functionality of the myocardium or kidney function.
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Causes of swelling under one eye
Swelling under one eye can be due to a number of reasons. Let's look at the main ones.
What causes allergies in humans
- An allergic reaction to something . Swelling can be caused by the use of any cosmetic or medication. This is usually a local reaction of the body. In some cases, swelling is accompanied by itching.
- Facial injury . Bruises, blows, not necessarily to the eye, but even to the entire head, bridge of the nose or cheek, can cause swelling.
- wasps , mosquitoes, etc. When some insects bite, they not only damage the skin, but also inject some substances under it, to which the human body can react quite violently. In the area of the bite, not only swelling appears, but also itching, swelling, redness, pain, and even bruises in certain situations. By the way, the most severe swelling appears just after a midge bite.
Midge bite in the eye
Attention! If you receive an insect bite in the area of the lower or upper eyelid, it is important to consult a doctor.
Causes
The most famous causes of swelling of the lower eyelid under one eye:
- Allergy. The symptom is the result of the use of inappropriate cosmetics, medications or exposure to dust particles or food products.
- Lack of sleep. With systematic lack of sleep, the upper and lower eyelids swell. Therefore, it is necessary to observe the correct work and rest schedule.
- Infection. The cause of swelling of one organ of vision may be an inflammatory reaction provoked by an infection. Excessive fluid accumulation occurs with blepharitis and conjunctivitis. In this case, the eyelid turns red, when touched, one feels warmth, tenderness of the skin and painful sensations.
- Styes rarely form on the lower eyelid. The pathology manifests itself as swelling, hyperemia, and a noticeable lump. After a few days, a yellow spot appears in the middle; this is pus.
- Swelling under the organ of vision on the right/left side occurs due to the inflammatory process of the facial nerve.
- An insect bite (bee, wasp, midge or other insect) is manifested by this symptom. Together with their saliva, a toxic component penetrates into the tissue, causing hyperemia, itching and pain. Swelling appears instantly.
- Lesions caused by herpes viruses are characterized by ulcers, hyperemia, and increased body temperature. The lower eyelid swells, pimples appear on it with contents inside.
- With pathologies of the kidneys and cardiovascular system, the process of removing fluid from the body is disrupted, and osmotic pressure begins to increase, which leads to increased swelling.
- The cause may be leakage of cerebrospinal fluid.
- The problem may be due to a non-inflammatory process. Uncomfortable sleeping position, lying on one side, unsuitable bedding material are all non-inflammatory causes. Accompanied by pale skin, body temperature does not rise.
- Puffiness under the eye indicates a fatty hernia. It does not disappear in the morning and is not eliminated by home remedies.
- Disturbed functioning of the endocrine system under the influence of hormones leads to slight swelling under the eyes.
- Scratching with dirty hands causes bacteria to settle under the lower eyelid. Infection penetrates into minor microcracks, leading to redness and swelling. The eyelid gets hot. Dirty hands can cause swelling of the lower eyelid of one eye.
- Damage to the lower eyelid as a result of eyelash extensions or tattooing also manifests itself as swelling.
- The cause of the swelling may be a complication after applying Botox to the cheekbones to correct the shape of the face.
The cause of swelling may also be prolonged exposure to ultraviolet radiation, disruptions in the hormonal system, ARVI, sore throat and consumption of seafood.
How to deal with this?
Naturally, as soon as swelling appears on the eye, you want to get rid of it immediately. It greatly spoils the appearance, and in general its presence indicates that something has gone wrong in the body. How to get rid of swelling as quickly as possible? The easiest way is to apply a cool compress. You can apply ice wrapped in a towel, or simply wet the towel with cool water, lie down and place a compress over your eyes. You can also make green tea compresses or simply place cool silver spoons on your eyes. You need to keep the compress for about 15-20 minutes - this will be enough.
Treatment of swelling under the eye
A drop of vitamin E diluted in water is considered a good remedy against edema; compresses are also made from the resulting solution. Just soak a cotton pad in it and place it on your closed eyelids. This remedy also helps get rid of dark circles and bruises.
Table. Masks against edema and swelling.
| Name | How to do it? |
| Strawberry mask | It is very simple to make - just take a fresh berry, cool it slightly and place it on the lower eyelids. |
| Buckwheat mask | Good for prevention. The cereal needs to be calcined and made into flour, which is then mixed with some water to form a dough. Pies of this dough are placed under the eyes in the evening. |
| Parsley based mask | Greens (preferably leaves) are finely chopped, mixed with sour cream and applied to the area under the eyes. |
| Apple mask | It's simple - you need to grate the apples on a fine grater and simply place them on the lower eyelids. It is recommended to cool the fruit before chopping. |
On a note! Each mask is applied for 15-20 minutes, and then simply washed off with clean water.
Folk remedies for bags under the eyes
Prevention
To reduce the risk of swelling in the eye area, it is recommended to change your diet, that is, reduce the consumption of salty and smoked foods, as well as marinades. You can eat everything, but in moderation, but in the evening hours it is better to completely avoid the consumption of such food. It is also important to get enough sleep and proper rest. Without this, a good appearance cannot be achieved. It is also recommended not to forget to take care of your facial skin.
How to avoid puffiness under the eyes
On a note! As a means of preventing swelling under the eyes, it is very good to periodically go for massages intended specifically for the face. You can also perform simple eyelid exercises at home.
Body condition and swelling
If we move from local problems to general ones, the most common cause of swelling and dark circles is constipation. They lead to general intoxication of the body, the release of bile pigments (bilirubin and biliverdin) into the blood, which are deposited, in particular, in the area around the eyes.
Other known causes of edema are kidney and heart dysfunction.
It is clear that the effectiveness of the fight against dark circles and swelling depends, first of all, on correct diagnosis. If you are sure that everything is in order with the intestines, heart and kidneys, then you can solve the problem with the help of cosmetics.
How to reduce swelling? Instructions
Step 1. The easiest and most useful way to use slices of regular fresh cucumber as an express method for eliminating swelling. You need to cool it a little, then wash it, cut a couple of circles from it and place it on your eyes. You need to keep the cucumbers for about 15 minutes.
Use fresh cucumber slices
Step 2. You can also eliminate swelling by using a chilled teaspoon. It should be held under cool water and then applied to the eye where there is swelling.
Use a cold teaspoon
Step 3. Chilled tea bags work in the same way. You need to brew tea, then place a couple of bags in the refrigerator, wait until they cool down, and then put them on your eyes and just lie with them.
Tea bags
Step 4. An excellent remedy for puffiness and bags under the eyes is eye patches. They are able to quickly remove such imperfections in appearance. You need to use them in accordance with the instructions - remove them from the packaging, stick them on the lower eyelid and walk around with them for 10-20 minutes, then remove them. The nutrients contained in the patches have a beneficial effect on the skin and return it to its normal state, and also stimulate blood and lymph flow, which removes excess fluid from the tissues. By the way, there is no need to wash your face after using patches.
Eye patches
How do eye patches work?
Step 5. You can use a cosmetic or pharmaceutical product that acts against swelling. You need to apply it to the desired area with your finger and wait a certain time. As a rule, there is no need to wash off the cream or gel from the skin.
You can use special creams
Step 6. You should replace some of the drinks consumed during the day with plain water. You need to drink about 2 liters of water per day.
Video: What to do if the lower eyelid under the eye is swollen and hurts?
Drink water instead of regular drinks
Step 7. You need to sleep on your back or side, but not with your face in the pillow. It is also important to generally rest fully and get enough sleep.
Sleep on your back or side
These recommendations will help you cope with swelling caused by non-pathological causes. And if swelling appears due to some disease or as a result of an allergy, you need to use medications as prescribed by a specialist.
Treatment of eyelid edema
You can relieve swelling by using decongestants. However, it is important to determine the cause of swelling of the upper or lower eyelid, and only a specialist can do this, so at the first alarming symptoms you should visit the clinic.
If swelling has developed as a result of an allergic reaction, the specialist will prescribe antihistamines and hormonal drugs in the form of drops and ointments. Most often, doctors recommend using hydrocortisone ointment, opatanol, cromohexal.
If the cause of the swelling is bacteria, drops and ointments are used that have an antibacterial effect - they eliminate the pathogenic microflora that provokes the development of edema.
Antibiotics are selected based on the patient’s age, stage of the disease and the cause of its occurrence. For barley and blepharitis, ointments are used that are placed under the eyelid three times a day: for these diseases, drops do not help much. Treatment lasts for about a week.
For disinfection, you can use boric acid, which is dissolved in water (5 g per 100 g of boiled water). You need to rinse your eyes with this solution up to 3 times a day.
You can also take tablets with a decongestant effect: Claritin, Zodak, Tavegil.
