Swollen eyes in the morning. How to remove, get rid, causes of edema of the upper and lower eyelids

Puffy eyes in the morning - a nuisance that every woman faced. The reasons for this phenomenon are different: from lack of sleep and the use of salty at night, to disruption of the work of various organs and systems.

Most often, the swelling goes away after a few hours. In this case, there is no need to worry. But if the eyes swell every morning, and attempts to remove the swelling with massage or folk methods are ineffective, this may be a sign of some pathology.

Why do eyes often swell in the morning?

The causes of eye swelling can be short-term or related to malfunctioning of the internal organs. Temporary edema occurs in those who lead an unhealthy lifestyle, have bad habits, or have been exposed to the negative effects of external factors such as wind, dust or smoke for a long time.

Also, the problem may arise due to:

• stress;
• lack of sleep;
• overwork;
• excess in the diet of smoked, fried, spicy foods;
• abuse of cosmetics.

But if a person leads a correct lifestyle, and there are no obvious reasons for puffiness, it is necessary to consult a doctor. Perhaps the appearance of edema is associated with a malfunction of the internal organs.

Incorrect work of internal organs

Puffy eyes in the morning (it will not work to remove puffiness if its appearance is associated with any diseases) often become due to infectious and inflammatory pathologies. Edema affects people who have impaired cardiovascular function. At the same time, the lower eyelid will swell in the morning. In addition, edema in case of serious disturbances in the work of the heart can occur in the evening.

Kidney disease

With renal pathologies, not only the eyes swell, but the whole face. In the future, the edema spreads to other parts of the body.

It is necessary to visit a doctor if, in addition to edema, there are other signs:

• darkening of urine;
  
• disorders of urination;
• increased body temperature;
• discomfort in the lumbar region.

Endocrine system pathologies

Swelling in the event of malfunctioning of the endocrine system appears not only in the eye area, but also throughout the body.

Disruption of the thyroid gland, in addition to swelling of the eyelids, is manifested:

• apathy, depression;
• sharp weight gain;
• change of voice;
• difficulty swallowing.

If such signs appear, it is necessary to consult an endocrinologist.

Allergic reactions

An allergic reaction can be provoked by cosmetics, pollen, household chemicals, medicines, some products, as well as insect bites. In this case, both one eye and both can swell. Also, a person experiences pain, itching, the skin of the eyelids turns pale or becomes cyanotic. The swelling can spread to the cheeks. It usually comes on suddenly, and goes away after a day.

Very rarely, the general condition suffers, the temperature rises. The eyelids swell strongly with Quincke's edema. The tumor also spreads to the cheeks, lips, affects the mucous membrane of the mouth and larynx, internal organs with well-developed subcutaneous tissue may be affected. This condition requires immediate medical attention.

Eye diseases

Edema also occurs with some eye pathologies:

• inflammation of the upper eyelid. The cause of the violation is viruses or bacteria;
• conjunctivitis. Most often, the disease is infectious in nature. It is very dangerous, so you need to see a specialist as soon as possible;
• barley. With this pathology, purulent inflammation occurs in the hair follicle of the eyelash;
• eye abscess. They provoke a violation of bacteria that penetrate the wounds on the eyelids;
• blepharitiswhich is characterized by inflammation of the eyelids;
  
• sclerit. Swelling and other symptoms are caused by inflammation in the outer lining of the eye.

Hernia in the cervical spine

In the presence of a hernia in the cervical spine, blood flow is disturbed. Because of this, one or both eyes may swell in the morning. In addition, the patient complains of headaches, pain in the neck, numbness of the upper extremities.

Pathology of the liver and gallbladder

In addition to swollen eyes, fingers swell with liver problems. Other signs do not appear immediately, since the organ is quickly self-healing.

Malfunctions in the liver and gallbladder also manifest themselves:

• yellowing of the skin;
• dull pain in the right hypochondrium;
• a feeling of bitterness in the mouth;
• bouts of nausea;
  
• discoloration of urine and feces.

Trauma

The eyelids swell not only after mechanical damage to the eyes, but also under the influence of chemicals, high temperatures. Head trauma can also cause swelling. This is due to the lowering of the intercellular fluid into the eyelid area. In this case, the edema disappears on its own in a short time.

Treatment methods

Puffy eyes in the morning will quickly help to remove pharmacy ointments. Such means can be used if the edema is short-lived and not caused by any disease. Ice or tea lotions will also help improve your appearance in the morning before going to work. But these are temporary measures, and they do not solve the problem, especially if it is provoked by any disease.

General approach

First of all, it is necessary to determine the cause of the defect. If you notice that your eyelids are swelling regularly, you should see your doctor. After examining and collecting anamnesis, the specialist will recommend, if necessary, to undergo some research. After the cause of the violation is established, the doctor will prescribe treatment.

Puffy eyes in the morning are not always a consequence of any disease, most often it is the result of an improper lifestyle.

You can remove the problem and prevent its appearance in the future if you adhere to some rules:

• be sure to remove makeup before going to bed;

  

• reduce the amount of salt in the diet, which will avoid fluid retention;
• do not abuse alcohol;
• do not rub your eyes. This habit provokes not only swelling, but also dark circles;
• get enough sleep. Swelling often occurs in those who do not get enough sleep. It is advisable to sleep on your back with your head slightly raised. The position on the stomach provokes the accumulation of fluid. You can also use special sleep masks. Their gentle pressure prevents swelling of the eyelids;
• eat properly and in a balanced way, refusing to consume excessive amounts of smoked, salty, fried and spicy foods;
• observe the water regime, do not drink a lot of fluids at night;
• consume foods with diuretic properties more often, especially in summer;
• with a genetic predisposition to edema, take care of the sensitive skin around the eyes with the help of cosmetics, herbal compresses, massage.

Medicines

To eliminate the defect, you can use medication. Before using them, you must consult a doctor.

Pharmacy preparations for edema:

Group	Name	Effect and application features
Diuretic drugs	Furosemide; Amiloride; Triamteren.	Furosemide is a very powerful drug that can be used on rare occasions. To eliminate minor edema, it is recommended to choose softer drugs (for example, Amiloride).
Ointments and creams	Relief; Troxevasin; Heparin ointment.	The instructions for these drugs do not indicate that they can be applied under the eyes. However, such remedies help to quickly eliminate swelling. It is recommended to apply them in a thin layer twice a day, being careful not to get the drug on the mucous membrane.
Drops	Tobrex	The remedy is used for edema provoked by a viral or infectious pathology. The dosage and frequency of use is determined by the doctor.
Indocollir	The drops are a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent based on indomethacin. Relieve swelling of the upper or lower eyelid. The tool has many contraindications and is used only on the recommendation of a specialist.
Opatanol	The drug is most often prescribed for allergic conjunctivitis. It is allowed to use it no more than 2 times a day, otherwise side effects may develop.
Healing plasters	Lusero	The patches are gel-based. For their manufacture, plant extracts are used. The products have a cosmetic effect, relieve swelling, and make the skin fresher.

If the swelling is caused by a specific disease, drugs are prescribed to treat it.

Depending on the pathology, the following can be used:

• means that normalize blood circulation;
• hormonal drugs;
• vitamin complexes;
• funds that strengthen the heart muscle;
• uroseptics.

If the eyes are swollen as a result of allergies, the use of desensitizing drugs (Suprastin, Loratadin) is recommended. With inflammatory edema, antiviral and antibacterial agents are prescribed for local and general use.

For edema caused by injury, efforts should be made to treat the injury. An ice hot water bottle can be used as first aid if there are no open wounds. In the future, it is recommended to use antibacterial or anti-inflammatory drugs to treat the affected area.

Cosmetics to help fight the problem

Special cosmetics help to remove puffy eyes in the morning:

• Remescar Eye Bags & Dark Circles. The cream consists of natural ingredients and acts instantly. To avoid overdrying the skin, it is recommended to use a moisturizer before using the product;
  
• Clinique All About Eyes. It has a light texture and is quickly absorbed. The cream allows you to eliminate puffiness, lighten the skin under the eyes;
• Tony Moly Panda's Dream Eye Patch. The main component of the patches is vitamin B3, which triggers collagen production. Thanks to bamboo and cucumber extracts, the skin is saturated with useful components;
• Beauty Face Collagen Hydrogel Eye Mask. Thanks to the use of the mask, the skin is smoothed, swelling and dark circles are eliminated. To enhance the effect, the product must be used regularly;
• Shiseido Benefiance Express Smoothing Eye Mask. Another mask for the eye area that reduces puffiness in 15 minutes. In addition, it improves the texture and firmness of the skin.

Massage

Massage well relieves swelling of the eyelids.

For the procedure:

1. Wet fingers with diluted essential oil.
2. Using a circular motion, gently rub the swollen eyelids. Movements should be directed towards the ears.

The massage lasts 5-10 minutes. It can also be carried out with ice cubes. To increase efficiency, instead of frozen water, you can use infusions of medicinal plants.

Homemade mask recipes

Among the home remedies, the most effective are masks from:

• potatoes. Potatoes should be cut into slices and applied to the eyelids for a quarter of an hour. You can also grate the vegetable, wrap it in cheesecloth and apply it to your eyes;
• cucumber. To prepare the mask, the cucumber must be grated and combined with burdock oil (a few drops). The gruel is wrapped in gauze and applied to the eyes for 15 minutes;
• curd. It is necessary to prepare a homogeneous mixture of cottage cheese and sour cream, apply to the area around the eyes for a quarter of an hour. After the specified time, wash with warm water;
  
• parsley. Grind greens with a blender, take 1 tsp. l. the resulting mass and combine it with sour cream (2 tsp. l.). The mask is applied to the area around the eyes for 20 minutes, after which they are washed with warm water.

Baths

Baths promote better oxygen supply, activate blood flow, nourish tissues. For the procedure, you can use special containers or small plastic cups.

To eliminate the problem, use weak green tea, infusions or decoctions of mint, chamomile, parsley.

The container filled with liquid is pressed to the eyes and blinked 10 times, then they make circular movements with the eyes. The procedure relieves eye fatigue, inflammation and swelling.

Compresses

Green tea copes well with edema. Thanks to the caffeine in its composition, blood flow to the skin is increased.

To make a compress:

1. Brew 2 bags of green tea with boiling water, let it brew for 5 minutes.
2. The bags are removed from the water and, after they have cooled, are sent for 20 minutes. in the refrigerator.
3. Then it is applied to the eyes for 15 minutes.

You can also make a linden and chamomile compress. To do this, take 1 tbsp. l. each plant, pour the raw material with boiling water and leave for 20 minutes. A gauze napkin is moistened with a strained agent and applied to the eyelids for a quarter of an hour.

There are many remedies through which you can remove morning eye swelling. However, it should be remembered that if the problem is provoked by a pathological process in the body, then it will be possible to get rid of it only for a short time.

If the eyes swell for no apparent reason, and the swelling does not go away for a long time, it is necessary to consult a specialist. After eliminating the factor causing the disorder, the condition of the eyelid skin will improve on its own.

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