Swelling under the eyes

A person who has rested after a full sleep should look fresh and vigorous. But it also happens that we rested, and slept, and are not sick, but the sight is just the opposite - swelling under the eyes, the bags give the face a tired and emaciated look. Why does this happen and can you restore the beauty and freshness of your face? We suggest to understand.

The causes of edema under the eyes

Before talking about the causes of edema under the eyes, let's note some of the anatomical features of the structure of the eye area, because such a structure largely determines the chances of the appearance of bags.

The eyeball is located in the bone cranial cavity - the eye socket. In addition to directly the eyes, in this cavity are located muscle and nerve fibers, vessels, ligaments and fatty tissue. The fat layer creates a kind of "pillow" for the eye, which smoothes out all movements of the eyeball. Fatty tissue looks like cells with a connective tissue membrane.

Not so long ago, experts were inclined to the opinion that "bags" under the eyes begin to form when the sheath of connective tissue becomes flabby, inelastic and loses the ability to hold the fat layer inside it. Thus, a kind of protrusion is formed, outwardly manifested as a "bag". Because of this interpretation of the problem, doctors often resorted to surgical intervention, suturing and securing the connective tissue membrane.

But a few years ago, scientists revised the reason for the appearance of "bags". It turned out that this problem arises from the increase in the volume of the fat layer in the cells. This is due to puffiness or an increase in the number of fat cells.

It is worth noting that the "bags" under the eyes, which are caused by swelling of the tissues, appear the next morning and gradually disappear throughout the day.

"Bags", the appearance of which is associated with an increase in the number of fat cells, are permanent and do not disappear in the morning or in the evening.

Let's describe the main causes of edema under the eyes:

1. Genetic predisposition. If your relatives have the same problem - swelling of the eyes - then, most likely, you also have a tendency to excessive growth of fat. Pay attention to this, especially if swelling begins to appear from childhood.
2. A common cause of edema at this time are night parties and club life. Here everything is simple: the use of alcoholic cocktails, or, even worse, of narcotic drugs, against a background of lack of sleep provoke swelling of the eye-eyes. The effect, as they say, is obvious.
3. Excess of salt. If you like salty foods - be prepared for the fact that you may have puffiness under the eyes. Salt keeps the fluid in the tissues, especially in adipose tissue, hence the swelling.
4. Swelling under the eyes can be caused by poor health. In principle, a person may not feel that he is sick, but there is still an internal pathology. It can be kidney disease, cold, sinusitis, some allergic manifestations (runny nose, conjunctivitis).
5. Most women note the appearance of "bags", for example, during menstruation. Such swelling arises from the change in the level of hormones. At the end of the "critical days", puffiness usually passes.
6. Another cause of the onset of swelling may be excessive tanning - both natural and in a solarium. Ultraviolet rays promote the retention of fluid in tissues.
7. Excessive eye strain also leads to fluid accumulation. This happens when you work long hours at a computer or spend a lot of time in front of a television screen.
8. Another reason - improper use of cosmetics. Firstly, it's not a secret for anyone that day care must be washed off before going to bed. Secondly, apply the night cream should be at least 2 hours before bedtime, otherwise the active components of the product (especially the moisturizer) will promote the accumulation of fluid in the most delicate tissues on the face - around the eyes.
9. The logical reason for the "bags" under the eyes is age. Over time, connective tissue membranes become weaker, the skin becomes flabby, and the fat layer begins to "sag" in the lower eyelid.

Symptoms of edema under the eyes may appear in most diseases of the cardiovascular system (cardiac insufficiency, myocardial ischemia, thrombophlebitis, pericarditis, etc.), in pathologies of the genitourinary sphere (nephritis, toxic infections, nephroses, amyloidosis), in diseases of the thyroid gland, stomach, nervous system . Edema can not appear without a reason, they are always formed due to improper functioning of the internal system of organs.

Swelling under the eye from shock

Very often, the edema under the eye from the impact appears after injury to the nasal or frontal part. One or both sides of the face can be affected.

Blue swelling under the eyes appears after a direct trauma to the front or a strong head impact. They are the result of the accumulation of blood in a certain area near the eye: this is accompanied by the usual traumatic swelling and darkening of the skin.

Minor hematoma usually disappears on its own, but in some cases it can provoke complications.

Most of the traumatic swelling may not have a direct relationship to osadocular injury - the tissues near the eyes are able to swell and change color without injury to the eye. This may be due to trauma to the head and directly to the skull (a dull blow to the head, fall, etc.).

Severe edema under the eye can not form immediately: in the first time after injury, puffiness is negligible, and the coloration is practically unchanged (there may be a slight reddening). After a while, the damaged area retains the liquid and darkens. Depending on the nature of the injury, there may be a simultaneous deterioration of visual possibilities, difficulties with blinking. As the process fades, the hematoma will lose color and saturation, and the swelling will gradually disappear.

Symptoms of severe damage are the appearance of double vision when viewed, difficulty with eye movements, inability to see. If a person loses consciousness, bleeding from the nose or auricles is observed, the victim complains of a headache - the trauma can be quite severe.

Watery edema under the eyes can be caused by other causes:

• medical procedures, for example, facelift, otolaryngological interventions, with maxillofacial surgery;
• allergy;
• infection;
• Disease of teeth;
• stings of insects.

Allergic swelling under the eyes

One of the first signs of the body's reaction to an allergen is the swelling of the eyelids and the area near the lips. This symptom is often combined with redness of the skin, the appearance of itching in the swollen zone, rashes on the skin.

Itching and swelling under the eyes occur due to the filling of the soft tissues of the face with liquid. This condition can increase for 5-35 minutes. With a strong allergy and a continuous exposure to the allergen, swelling can spread further to the limbs and even the entire body.

An allergic reaction can develop in response to contact with some food products (exotic fruits, products with dyes, etc.), chemicals (paint products, cosmetics, detergents), as well as household dust, pet hair, pollen. There are also neurological forms of allergy, which develops as a result of stress.

Red swelling under the eyes can be signs of an allergic conjunctivitis - an inflammatory process in the conjunctiva of the eye. Such a disease can be supplemented by tearing and itching sensation on the swollen areas. As a rule, the allergy appears almost immediately after contact with the allergen. Often the reason can be a new cosmetics, which is applied to the face or eyelids, or a means for washing. Sometimes, using such a tool, a person goes to bed, and the next morning sees a disappointing picture in the mirror: red eyes, puffiness, itching and burning sensation in the eyes.

The food component of allergic conjunctivitis is rarely considered.

Allergic damage to the eyes is, as a rule, bilateral.

Swelling under the right eye can happen if the allergen has been carried by dirty hands directly into the eye. In this case, the right eye will have itching, tearing, reddening of the sclera, swelling. Complex forms of allergies can be accompanied by photophobia.

If it swells under the left eye, then, as a rule, it indicates the defeat of the left-hand allergy. Although this situation is not considered typical enough.

Sometimes a bacterial infection can join the allergic conjunctivitis: in this complication, purulent discharge from the eye is added to the swelling and redness.

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Swelling under the eyes after biorevitalization

Rehabilitation after biorevitalization may not pass as quickly as we would like. It all depends on the qualifications of the doctor who conducts the procedure, from the drug used, from your individual reaction to the drug and the procedure as a whole. If you are allergic to the drug you are injecting, it is unlikely that the next day after the procedure you will look stunning. For this reason, before agreeing to biorevitalization, a trial injection of the drug into the back of the hand should be performed. If there is no puffiness, redness, pigmentation and itching, the drug suits you and it can be used on the face.

Undoubtedly, before the procedure, make sure in the qualification of a specialist who will perform injections. In order not to damage your own health, it is recommended to conduct biorevitalization not in beauty salons, but in specialized clinics that have appropriate accreditation.

With the correct procedure, the puffiness should disappear the next day. In more unsuccessful cases swelling can last up to 10 days.

True, sometimes there is edema due to the patient's non-compliance with certain rules provided for the speedy rehabilitation and bringing the face's skin back to normal. These rules should be taken seriously:

• After the session, hands are not allowed to touch the surface of the skin;
• during the day you can not use makeup;
• for two days it is not recommended to use antiseptics for the face;
• for 14 days you can not sunbathe, including in the solarium, and also spend time in the baths, saunas and swimming pools.

The procedure is recommended to be carried out 2 weeks before the trip to the sea, or two weeks after it. Experts do not advise also to carry out biorevitalization during menstruation, the best option is 7-9 days.

Cardiac swelling under the eyes

Cardiac edema under the eyes is a serious sign that requires a thorough examination and the appointment of qualified treatment.

As a rule, cardiac edema originates from the lower extremities and the lower abdomen, only in severe cases, spreading to the eyelids and the front part. Puffiness is not sharp, it grows very slowly, over the course of a month to six months. This is the main difference between cardiac edema and renal disease. Edema with kidney disease appears quickly enough, from one to several days, and it begins, as a rule, with edema near the eyes.

Edema associated with heart disease is prone to lower spread. This means that in people who suffer from cardiac pathology on their feet, only the lower extremities often swell, and in the patients who are lying down - the lower back.

If the treatment is not available, and the disease progresses, swelling begins to spread higher. First they occupy the cavity (ascites, hydropericarditis), gradually worsening the function of the liver, overflowing the blood-letting system and making breathing difficult. In this case, swelling can already spread to the upper body and face.

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Constant swelling under the eyes

Presence of permanent edema under the eyes can indicate the presence of a disease of the genitourinary, cardiovascular system, thyroid gland and some other organs and systems.

1. Glomerulonephritis is an inflammatory process in the vascular system of the kidneys, which is characterized by the presence of edema near the eyes, soreness in the lower back, high blood pressure, changes in the daily volume of urine, high temperature.
2. Pyelonephritis - an inflammatory process in the renal pelvis, calyx and parenchyma of the kidney. The main signs of the disease can be considered high fever, pain in the lower back (often on the one hand), the appearance of turbidity in the urine. Puffiness near the eyes is especially noticeable in chronic course of the disease, both during remission and in the stage of exacerbation.
3. Sinusitis is an inflammation of the nasal sinuses, which is characterized by high fever, headache, nasal discharge or shortness of nasal breathing, and swelling near the eyes from one or both sides.
4. Increased activity of the thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism, diffuse toxic goiter) is accompanied by bulging eyeballs, swelling around the eyes, bags under the eyes and eyelid swelling.
5. Hypothyroidism (decreased function of the thyroid gland) - is accompanied by weakness, drowsiness, slow metabolism, as a result of which the fluid is retained by the tissues, which causes swelling on the face, especially in the mornings.

If swelling is permanent and does not disappear on its own, you can suspect the presence of any disease. It is best to see a doctor and go through a series of tests to determine the cause of the symptom.

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Swelling of the child under the eyes

The swelling of the child under the eyes does not always indicate a malfunction in the body.

Swelling under the eyes of the baby can appear due to prolonged crying or screaming of the baby, after excess fluid intake, or after the baby has fallen asleep and has long slept in a posture at which the head was below the body level.

If the puffiness near the eyes of a child is not caused by any disease, it disappears without additional efforts on its own.

If the swelling does not go away, then you can suspect that the baby has certain diseases. In such cases, a doctor's consultation will be required:

• if the swelling of the eyes is accompanied by redness, tearing, a runny nose, and the child becomes capricious - all these are possible signs of an allergic reaction. You should see a doctor immediately;
• if the eye swelling is found against the background of hyperthermia, problems with urination, back pain, you can suspect a disease of the urinary system;
• The swelling of the eyes against the background of protrusion of the fontanel and the constant crying of the baby may indicate increased intracranial pressure.

Swelling under the eyes during pregnancy

Swelling under the eyes during pregnancy can be regarded as a norm if they are provoked by excess salt or liquid in the diet of a pregnant woman. Extra fluid accumulates in the fat layer, forming swelling under the eyes, weight gain, skin rashness and other symptoms.

But often puffiness near the eyes can be regarded as a sign of kidney pathology, gestosis or other diseases. How to distinguish between norm and pathology?

• If the puffiness has arisen in the III trimester of pregnancy, then this symptom is most likely due to natural causes. In the first trimester, puffiness can be a complication of pyelonephritis or dropsy.
• If swelling is accompanied by a sharp and large set of weight (more than 15 kg), you should always contact the doctor.
• If on the eve of the onset of swelling a woman consumed a lot of liquid, or, for example, ate a large amount of watermelon - this is the norm. If the diet is not different from the usual, and the daily amount of fluid does not exceed one and a half to two liters, you should contact the doctor.
• Natural swelling usually disappears after the elimination of salty foods from the diet. If swelling does not pass after changes in the food, inform the doctor about it.
• In women suffering from chronic inflammatory process in the kidneys, the appearance of edema may indicate an exacerbation of pathology.

A pregnant woman should closely monitor her condition, and with the slightest suspicion of contacting a doctor.

Swelling under the eyes of men

Swelling under the eyes can bother men, especially in the morning after awakening. The reasons for this can be quite a lot, and the main one is a disorder of natural lymph and blood flow from the eye area. To prevent such a disorder, you should avoid consuming large amounts of salt and drink less liquid a few hours before bedtime.

To a number of reasons contributing to the appearance of puffiness, one can consider the presence of bad habits, lack of motor activity and oxygen, lack of rest and chronic fatigue.

Edema on the cheekbones under the eyes can be associated with kidney diseases, which are accompanied by proteinuria. In kidney diseases, the body accumulates a large number of sodium ions, which hold the liquid.

Edema in kidney disease has a number of special characteristics. Initially, swelling appears on the feet, eyelids, then spreading across the face and the whole body. Edema is accompanied by a pale complexion and dry skin. Often, puffiness occurs against the background of a decrease in the daily amount of urine.

The appearance of edema under the eyes of men requires expert advice if the problem does not go away after a review of the principles of nutrition and lifestyle: it is a rejection of salty foods, alcohol, smoking, compliance with sleep and rest.

Types of edema under the eyes

The skin near the eyes is thinner and more sensitive than the rest of the skin on the face. It is able to respond instantly to even minor disturbances of the regime or changes within the body, and this stasis is marked by unattractive swelling near the eyes. We already talked about possible and most frequent reasons. Now we will consider, what edemas happen.

Swelling under the eyes in the morning most often disturb those women who, before going to bed, forget to cleanse their face of cosmetics. It is trite, but such a reason can provoke not only the appearance of edema, but also conjunctivitis, and irritation of the mucosa. Do not be lazy and give literally 5 minutes before going to bed, in order to remove the remnants of cosmetics with a special milk or hypoallergenic lotion.

Swelling after sleep under the eyes can talk about excessive fluid intake in the second half of the day. In particular, this can be attributed to those who like to "drive the teas" towards the evening. Men who watch evening football with a few bottles of beer and salted rusks, also risk to wake up in the morning with swelling around the eyes. Alcoholic drinks disrupt the metabolic processes in the body, and the salt retains the liquid. The result is the accumulation of fluid in the most sensitive place on the face.

Circles and swelling under the eyes can occur in those people who suffer from a bad habit - tinder and often touch the eye area. This is often the case with mental workers, especially students and graduate students, who have to sit at the computer for a long time, even at night. The appearance of circles is also facilitated by long reading, as a rule, in case of insufficient illumination.

Edema under the eyes and bruises can be a consequence of the instability of the level of hormones in the body. For example, often cyanotic circles appear in women immediately before the onset of menstruation or during critical days. By the way, at this time, not only the face, but limbs, and the whole body can sweat. Pregnant women can not swell for weeks.

Under the eyes, swelling and bags under the eyes can appear not only from excess, but also from a lack of fluid in the body, especially in persons actively involved in sports. The body needs to receive a certain amount of clean water every day. If there is not enough liquid, the body has to make water reserves, cumulating it in tissues, and in particular, in adipose tissue. As a result, there are swelling in the form of bags under the eyes. In addition, because of a lack of fluid, the body becomes difficult to remove toxic and harmful substances, which affects the appearance of dark circles near the eyes. To avoid all this, it is recommended to drink from 1.5 to 2.5 liters of clean water daily (if there are no contraindications).

The swelling of the eyelids and under the eyes can occur with lack of sleep or with an uncomfortable dream: for example, an uncomfortable pose, too hot or cold room, anything that can interfere with a comfortable and full sleep. To swellings can result too low or a firm pillow, not allowing a body to relax. In order to avoid puffiness under the eyes, it should be allocated for sleep about seven to eight hours. The bed should be comfortable, and the furnishings comfortable.

Diagnosis of edema under the eyes

For successful treatment of edema under the eyes, first of all, it is necessary to determine the cause of this condition. For this purpose, a comprehensive diagnosis is carried out using the following methods:

• control of blood pressure, especially in pregnancy or in cases where kidney pathology is suspected. High blood pressure in a pregnant woman can indicate the development of dropsy of pregnant women or toxicosis. If high blood pressure is observed against the background of pain in the lower back, then we can assume the development of the inflammatory process in the kidneys;
• taking a general blood test - spend in order to track the signs of the inflammatory process in the body;
• the delivery of a general urinalysis is a common diagnostic method for pathologies of the urinary system;
• ultrasound examination of the kidneys - the use of this method will determine the presence of kidney stones, as well as other changes and disorders in the renal system;
• electrocardiography and echocardiography - are used when suspicion of diseases of the cardiovascular system and cardiac insufficiency;
• taking blood to the level of thyroid hormones - allows you to determine the disorders of the thyroid gland function. The analysis can be done along with an ultrasound study that will help determine the presence of nodes and dense formations in the gland;
• Radiography - is used in cases when the doctor suspects squeezing and closing the system of blood flow with a tumor.

In addition to various diagnostic methods, the doctor can appoint a consultation of other specialists: an otolaryngologist, endocrinologist, nutritionist, urologist, etc.

Based on the results obtained, further treatment tactics can be determined.

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Treatment of edema under the eyes

Treatment procedures for oedemas provide for the treatment of a disease that led to the development of edema: it is therapy of the urinary system, colds, infectious and inflammatory diseases, allergic reactions, and normalization of diet and lifestyle. Such treatment will be prescribed only by a medical specialist on the basis of diagnostic results.

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However, there are a number of general recommendations, observing which, you can quickly get rid of swelling:

• It is necessary to refuse salt in the diet, or limit its use to one and a half grams per day. Exclude foods that contain a lot of hidden salt (sausages, snacks, chips, crackers, smoked meat, marinades).
• Observe the amount of liquid drunk (about 1.5 liters). It is necessary to limit drinking in the second half of the day.
• Follow the diuresis (how often you go to the toilet, commensurate with the amount of liquid drunk).
• Diuretics (diuretics) should be used only on the advice of a doctor, as they have many side effects (can cause increased fatigue, arrhythmia, convulsions and lowering blood pressure).
• Refuse from smoking and drinking alcohol.
• Complete rest, sleep at night about 8 hours. Remember that the appearance of edema is facilitated not only by lack of sleep, but also by excessive sleep.
• In the morning, after awakening, wash with cool water, or take a contrast shower: this will speed up blood circulation, and swelling will quickly disappear.

How to reduce swelling under the eyes with the help of alternative methods? As a means of alternative medicine it is recommended to drink tea from chamomile, mint, linden. To make this tea, take one tablespoon of raw material for a cup of hot water.

It is recommended to use the same infusion for freezing in the form of ice cubes. This cube effectively wipe the skin after sleep, it perfectly eliminates swelling.

To swollen and tired eyes you can apply compresses from brewed black or green tea. Many for convenience make tea in bags, after which the cooled bags are applied to the eyes. At this time, it is better to lie down for a few minutes and relax.

Similarly, you can use fresh cucumber: freshly cut cucumber circles are applied to the swollen eyelids for 10 minutes.

If the swelling does not go away, see a doctor: maybe the reason for the appearance of "bags" is much more serious. With the treatment of the underlying disease, the symptoms of puffiness will also disappear.

Prevention of edema under the eyes

What can be done to protect the face and eyelids from swelling?

Be sure to revise your diet: from how much and what foods you eat, can depend on both your appearance and health. Limit in the daily menu fat, spicy and salty foods. Replace it with vegetable and fruit dishes, berries, greens.

Careful attention to the diet is not accidental: in addition to salty foods, the appearance of edema near the eyes is also affected by the instability of our digestion. Constipation, indigestion, eating disorders - all this is reflected in our appearance. The skin on the eyelids and around the eyes is very tender, and therefore it reacts to any changes, including in the digestive tract. In order for this to happen, stabilize the meals, adjust the chair, for which you should consume more natural fiber and vitamins.

Be responsible when choosing cosmetics: they should not cause allergies, and should match the characteristics of your skin. Before going to bed, the daytime cosmetics should be removed with cosmetic milk or lotion to remove makeup. If you use a night cream, it should be applied at least 2 hours before bedtime, avoiding the area around the eyes.

Rest, normalize sleep, do not spend much time at the computer and in front of the TV. Walk more outdoors and go in for sports.

Prognosis of edema under the eyes

With the disposal of the underlying disease, edema usually passes quickly. Undoubtedly, in the absence of the necessary treatment and non-compliance with the recommendations of specialists, swelling can exist long enough.

If the swelling under the eyes are associated with age, then doctors recommend contacting the beautician: a relatively lasting result can be achieved using professional masks and drainage facial massage.

A longer effect with hereditary or age edema can be obtained with the help of blepharoplasty - a plastic surgery to remove excess fatty tissue near the eyes. Such an operation can become a real salvation in the case of undetected bags under the eyes: the result of blepharoplasty can last for dozens of years.

Swelling under the eyes can not be masked with makeup or covered with clothing. This problem can truly bring a lot of unpleasant moments. Edemas can spoil even a perfectly beautiful face with flawlessly clean skin. Pay attention to your health, because all our errors in nutrition and lifestyle can affect our face, if not now, so in the future.