Red circles under the eyes

The eyes and the skin around them are very delicate tissues, which primarily reflect any malfunctions in our body. Red circles under the eyes can appear due to many reasons, so do not rush to hide them under the layer of make-up, but be sure to find out the cause of their occurrence.

Causes of red circles under the eyes

Medical specialists say with certainty that the shade of the skin near the eyes may indicate a specific disease of the body. In particular, dark circles are most often associated with problems in the digestive tract, blue circles - with circulatory disorders, yellow circles - with impaired liver and gallbladder function.

The causes of this symptom can be the following:

• kidney disease. In this case, red circles are often combined with swelling near the eyes, regardless of the amount of liquid drunk per day;
• allergic phenomena. They occur in people prone to allergies, whether they are allergic to food, dust, smoke or animal hair;
• oxygen deficiency. With a predominantly sedentary lifestyle, it is necessary at least sometimes to go out into the yard in order to get some fresh air. Stale air in the room leads to a lack of oxygen in the blood, which can provoke tissue hypoxia;
• alcohol abuse, unhealthy lifestyle;
• diseases of the brain (hemorrhage, meningitis, etc.);
• excessively sensitive skin. If you have thin and light skin, the circles under the eyes can appear even for the most banal reasons: with a lack of sleep, a hard working schedule, inaccuracies in nutrition and stress.

Sometimes this symptom is a consequence of a trauma to the face or head, or is the result of conjunctivitis or any conditions accompanied by lacrimation.

Red circles under the eyes as a symptom of the disease

Red circles under the eyes may not be the only symptom of any disease. When examining and examining the patient should pay attention to other signs that appeared simultaneously with the red circles near the eyes:

• lacrimation from the eyes, permanent, or appearing as an eye reaction to a sharp source of bright light;
• puffiness near the eyes;
• presence of a smell of alcohol from the mouth;
• rash on the body, runny nose, sore throat;
• visual impairment, headache, mental disorders;
• increased intraocular pressure, sudden deterioration of vision, pain in the eyes;
• sudden enlargement or narrowing of the pupil.

If you find a number of listed symptoms, a doctor's consultation should be mandatory. Especially should be alerted to the last few signs, since they can be a signal of a serious problem - cerebral hemorrhage, brain oncology, inflammation of the meninges or aneurysm.

Red circles under the eyes of the child

The health of the child can often be judged by its appearance, which is especially noticeable on the face skin. You should not panic sharply, noticing the red circles under the eyes of the child. There are many reasons for this, and not all of them are so terrible. First you need to understand.

As practice shows, most often they appear when a child suffers from sleep disorders, or does not eat properly. Also, this sign may indicate the development of an allergic reaction in the child's body.

In any case, try to cure the symptom yourself is not worth it: it can only aggravate the course of the disease that caused the appearance of this symptom, but has not yet been diagnosed.

Of course, if the circles under the eyes of the child are not uncommon, then by observation it is possible to trace and establish a provoking factor, but it will be better to ask the doctor for help. After all, red circles can be a dangerous signal that the baby has a disease of the brain, kidneys or the circulatory system.

Redness near the eyes can indicate a malfunction in the thyroid gland, or the infection of the nasopharynx, eyes and even ears. In such cases, the help of a specialist is simply necessary.

Sometimes this symptom only means that the child is just tired, he needs rest and a healthy sleep. This is especially true if the children sit for a long time in front of the computer or TV screens. Such situations can be solved by drawing up a schedule or a mode of the day where it will be clearly stipulated how much time the child can spend for the monitor. Instead of a long sitting at the computer, suggest that the kid take a walk in the fresh air, play active games, etc.

If the cause could not be determined, contact the doctor. The doctor will appoint all the necessary studies to establish and timely start the treatment of the cause of such a phenomenon.

Red-blue circles under the eyes

This is one of the indicators of any malfunctions in the body. In most cases, this symptom is associated with overfatigue and lack of sleep, stressful situations, chronic intoxication of the body or pathology of the urinary system, less often - with heart disease.

The appearance of red-blue "shadows" near the eyes can be facilitated by a long time at the computer screen. Skin covers near the eyes are very thin and vulnerable, they are several times more tender than other skin surfaces. Under the adverse effects of external factors, oxygen depleted blood is retained in the capillary network near the eyes and begins to appear through a thin layer of skin. If, in addition, there is not enough moisture in the tissues - circles under the eyes become even more distinct, and the eyes look like sunk.

If you do not take any measures to eliminate the causal factors of the red-blue circles near the eyes, then in the course of time more serious pathological consequences will appear.

When red-blue circles under the eyes, it is important to pay attention to the shade of color:

• If the hue tends to pinkish-blue, then the bladder disease is possible;
• if the circles have a pinkish-lilac shade, then, perhaps, the body suffers from iron deficiency anemia;
• the tendency to purple tinge suggests that the problem should be sought in the area of the liver or heart. It is also recommended to check the blood sugar level.

To clarify the reasons for the appearance of red-blue circles under the eyes, it is recommended to consult a specialist.

Diagnosis of red circles under the eyes

A number of studies are needed to diagnose the disease. What diagnostic methods can be used? Which doctor should I contact?

• If the appearance of red circles near the eyes is associated with an allergy, then the allergist specialist can prescribe skin diagnostic tests and laboratory tests. Skin tests include carrying out a scarification test, an intradermal test, or a needle test. All these methods after 20 minutes give the result of the presence of allergies.

Among the laboratory methods, the determination of the level of immunoglobulin E in the blood (IgE), a general blood test and, possibly, stool analysis are used.

• Red circles - this is one of the symptoms of conjunctivitis, it is usually diagnosed in an ophthalmologist without additional research, based on external examination and patient complaints.
• Red circles under the eyes, as a result of diseases of the kidneys or bladder, are diagnosed by a therapist or urologist with the help of a general blood test, biochemical study, urinalysis. In some cases it is necessary to use a biopsy, histological analysis of tissues and ultrasound of the kidneys. Less often, excretory urography is performed - a radiographic study of renal function.
• When suspicion of cerebral diseases is performed, the study of cerebrospinal fluid, tomography and x-ray of the skull, as well as bacteriological study. Most often, such diseases are dealt with by a neuropathologist.

In addition to the above studies, it is recommended to check arterial and intraocular pressure, donate blood to hemoglobin.

Based on the results of the studies, treatment of the corresponding disease will be prescribed.

Treatment of red circles under the eyes

Treatment of red circles under the eyes can not be based only on getting rid of a cosmetic defect. The reason for this symptom can be quite serious, so only a full survey will help to find out the factors causing this symptom.

In the event that the studies did not help to detect any pathologies in the body, then one should pay attention to one's lifestyle and some habits.

• If you are used to sitting in front of the monitor, touching your eyes frequently and rubbing them, get rid of this habit. When rubbing the eyes, the mucous membrane becomes irritated, and an infection can penetrate from unwashed hands, which in the future will cause an inflammatory reaction.
• If you suffer from chronic lack of sleep and overwork, adjust your daily routine. If you can not sleep for a long time, take a sedative: the body needs a full rest.
• If you are prone to allergies, then try to avoid direct contact with the allergen. Talk to the doctor: he will give you special medicines.
• Drink plenty of water. Lack of moisture in the body can also be the cause of this symptom.

Of the medical and cosmetic methods of getting rid of red circles under the eyes the following are the most popular:

• microcurrent treatment is a method that accelerates the outflow of venous blood and lymph, and also eliminates excessive pigmentation;
• Laser therapy - brightens the circles under the eyes, while eliminating wrinkles;
• manual therapy and massage of the facial surface and cervical spine - improves lymph flow, improves blood circulation;
• The procedure of lipofilling - the introduction of an additional fat layer in the eye around the eye.

Alternative treatment

• The use of contrasting baths and washings contribute to the elimination of fatigue and, subject to regular use, help get rid of the red circles near the eyes. Apply contrast baths often, about 7 times a day, alternately cool and very warm (not hot water).
• Use compresses from herbs that soothe the skin. Take one teaspoon of chamomile, fennel or sage, steam 100 ml of boiling water and insist. Apply as a compress, you can both in a warm and in a cold state.
• A well-known mask of grated raw potato gives a good effect. Potatoes are placed in gauze and apply for 15 minutes to the eye area. If there is no potatoes at hand, then it can be replaced with ground parsley root.
• Mask of cucumber: cut fresh cucumber thin slices and apply to the eye area for 15 minutes.
• Use eye exercises, especially if you work with the monitor for a long time. Close your eyes, move the eyeball to the sides, diagonally, virtually make eyes of movement clockwise and counterclockwise, "draw" your eyes with virtual numbers from 1 to 9.

Take medications containing extracts of blueberries, horse chestnut, vitamins A, C, lipoic acid.

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Prevention of red circles under the eyes

One of the most common causes of red circles is tension and constant eye fatigue. This condition is typical for professional activities related to working at a computer, or when watching TV for a long time. Excessive stress is also observed when reading books, especially in conditions of insufficient illumination.

For prevention, during work, it is sometimes necessary to break off for rest, letting the eyes rest and recover.

The load on the eyes is intensified by insufficient lighting, which can often be seen in offices. By the way, excessively bright lighting devices can also have an irritating effect on the organs of vision.

Harmful to the eyes and smoke from cigarettes: try not to smoke yourself, and do not allow smoking in your presence.

Adjust the regime of the day, giving enough time for both work and leisure. Revise the food: go to fresh natural products, giving up semi-finished products and dry snacks.

Carefully observe the reaction of your skin to cosmetics: perhaps, you have an allergy to any remedy.

Drink during the day a sufficient amount of liquid, or even better - clean water. Do not get carried away by sweet sodas, sweet strong tea and instant coffee.

More walk in the fresh air, play active games. Try where possible, do not use public transport, and walk on foot.

Avoid injury, especially the head and face area. In case of accidental injury, do not expect the consequences, contact the emergency department.

Forecast of red circles under the eyes

Reds and other circles near the eyes are a widely known problem for many people. Since there can be many reasons for this phenomenon, the forecast also depends on the timely and successful resolution of the underlying problem - the initial disease, which triggered the appearance of this symptom.

If you follow all the above tips, and also listen to the recommendations of a doctor, you can easily eliminate red circles under the eyes. For best effect, you can connect gymnastics for the eyes and daily morning massage of the facial area. Such a massage will help get rid of not only the red circles, but also of edema, as during the procedure the drainage function and blood circulation in the face area improves.

If you can not solve the problem at home, you should consult the doctor without delay. There is a considerable share of the likelihood that there is any hidden disease in the body, and the red circles under the eyes are only a consequence of more serious ailments.