Facial swelling. Causes and treatment of women, the elderly, men, morning, hypothyroidism, cervical osteochondrosis

Poor outflow of fluid in the body causing swelling, both general and local, such as the face. Their causes are different, but in order to avoid serious consequences, you need time to determine the etiology and begin treatment.

What is facial edema

Edema, such states are called when the body is delayed more than 5 liters of fluid.

Face edema - accumulation of fluid in the tissues of the face - most often occurs in the eyelids, mouth, around the ears and neck. Sometimes there is swelling fast with respiratory symptoms, that is life-threatening. In other cases, it develops slowly and lasts longer.

If the swelling appeared for no apparent reason, for a long time does not pass, it may be due to disorders of the heart or kidney

Effect of the disease on the body

Daily edema, accompanied by headaches, may lead to the development of hypertension and cerebral circulatory disorders.

Swelling may be accompanied by:

• nasal congestion;
• watery eyes;
• dizziness;
• discomfort in the chest;
• edema of the surrounding areas of the body.

Prolonged swelling may contribute to stagnation around the edematous site. In severe cases, it can lead to difficulty in swallowing, speaking and even breathing.

Causes of facial edema

Facial edema (the causes and treatment of which can sometimes identify only a doctor) can be caused by both internal and external factors.

Predisposing conditions for the occurrence of edema:

1. throat infection. Viral infection, colds, tonsillitis lead to swelling of the face and neck.
2. Cushing's syndrome. The disorder caused by a large amount of the hormone cortisol produced by the body. The reason may be receiving high doses of glucocorticoids. A characteristic feature of edema is a "moon face".
3. Hormonal disorders. Lack of activity of the thyroid gland leads to a decrease in hormone production. Swelling of the cheeks is a typical picture appeared pain in the eyes, associated with hyperthyroidism.
4. Superior vena cava syndrome. The disease occurs when the Vienna carrying blood from the head, neck, upper chest, back to the heart become clogged.
5. Parotitis (Mumps). This contagious disease is characterized by headache, muscle pain, swelling in the salivary glands of the cheeks and neck in the lobes.
6. Heart diseases. The bad blood pumping heart, increase in heart failure cause facial swelling.
7. Renal insufficiency. Swelling of the face, first of all, expressed puffiness over the centuries.
8. Swelling in the background pain epistragalnoy areaAfter operations on the intestine.
9. Strong headache. Painful attacks in trigeminal lead to unilateral facial edema.
10. Sialadenitis. Inflammation of the parotid salivary glands leads to sudden severe pain and unilateral edema cheeks.
11. Swollen lymph nodes. Lymphadenitis defined as an increase of nodes that are small bean-shaped mass of lymphatic tissue. Sometimes they swell due to infection.
12. Bacterial infection. Its development on the skin leads to the fact that the face reddens and swells quickly.
13. Cortisone. Drug treatment, which is an endogenous hormone, often leads to swelling on the face.
14. Sinusitis. Inflamed nasal passages and sinuses impede breathing and lead to swelling around the nose and, often, the entire face.
15. Obesity. If the body mass index BMI exceeds 30, the morning swelling of the face will be present without fail.
16. Preeclampsia. A condition caused by pregnancy, when developing high blood pressure, and increases in urine protein content.

In healthy people, swelling may be caused by other reasons:

1. Head injuries and nose. The crack in the cartilage, bones, promotes the development of edema.
2. An excess of salty foods too drunk alcohol.
3. starvation, properly chosen diet.
4. Sunburn. Constant exposure to the sun not only causes skin redness, but also swelling.
5. Dehydration. A symptom of dehydration are often held in conjunction with fluid retention.
6. Allergies. In an allergic reaction, histamine is released, which causes a temporary permeability of vascular walls, and the liquid exiting into the surrounding tissue. As a result of developing edema, histamine and leads to an expansion vessel, causing redness. Hay fever can cause angioedema in the form of swelling of the nasal mucosa. Food allergy causes swelling of the mouth, neck and throat.
7. Anaphylaxis. Severe allergic reaction that causes swelling of the face except the labored breathing. Often leads to suffocation.
8. Dental infection. An abscess in the tooth or gums often leads to the development of the jaw swelling.
9. Heredity. In rare cases, people are prone to facial edema.
10. Migraine.

Symptoms of facial edema

Facial swelling, causes and treatment, picture of the disease is so diverse that it is impossible to immediately provide all their manifestations.

So, if you are allergic but swelling may be:

• itching;
• hives;
• redness of the skin;
• nausea;
• vomiting.

Edema associated with food allergies, causes:

• diarrhea;
• vomiting;
• convulsions;
• internal pain.

Edema affecting the mouth and throat, causing:

• change of voice;
• shortness of breath;
• hoarseness;
• labored swallowing;
• suffocation.

Sinusitis, besides edema, symptoms:

• reduction of smell;
• temperature rise;
• nasal congestion;
• a sore throat;
• runny nose, cough.

Cushing's syndrome and an overabundance of cortisone manifest adverse symptoms:

• muscle weakness;
• puffy face in the form of a "full moon";
• redness of the face;
• clouding of the eye;
• high blood pressure;
• bruising.

Edema associated with inflammatory processes, may cause:

• fever;
• pain;
• increased salivation;
• redness of the skin at sites of inflammation;
• pyorrhea;
• inflammation of the glands.

Edema caused by violation of lymph flow, represent a different picture:

• circles under the eyes;
• swollen feet;
• severe swelling of the eye.

Symptoms of the superior vena cava obstruction:

• the rapid development of swelling, especially around the eyes;
• dizziness;
• redness of the face, hands;
• dyspnea;
• swelling of the neck, hands and body.

This disease is serious and life-threatening, requires emergency medical care.

Diagnosis of facial edema

Face edema, causes and treatment which sometimes require profound diagnostics, it is always a signal that the body of the disorder.

In the case of non-obvious causes of edema, the doctor recommends to get tested:

• Complete blood analysis, determining the presence of protein, glucose, white blood cells, hemoglobin levels, erythrocyte sedimentation rate.
• General and biochemical urine test to detect the concentration of protein, sugar, red blood cells,
• Surveyed on an ECG and echocardiography to detect cardiac, vascular insufficiency.
• Doplerography research vessels - check for blood clots and inflammation.
• Thyroid ultrasound.

Prevention of swelling face

1. SleepIt should be on a lot of pillows. If the pillow is too flat, and the head is parallel to the mattress, then during sleep face begins to swell.
2. A healthy balanced diet It helps prevent swelling. Sugar, starch promote swelling. The day should eat at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables.
3. Minimize consumption of sugary drinks, and alcohol.
4. Reduce salt intake. It counteracts the exit water from the body. Normally, the amount of sodium per day should not exceed 1500 mg. To reduce the salt in the body it is desirable to exclude from the fast food, canned foods, processed foods.
5. Stay active. movement deficiency causes an accumulation of fluid in the body.
6. Drink more water. Dehydration leads to swelling. Lack of water causes skin dryness and irritation. During the day, it is necessary to drink at least 8 glasses, but at night it is not worth doing.

   

7. eat foodsContaining potassium, which a lot of bananas, tomatoes, dried apricots, raisins, apricots, apples, cocoa bean.
8. Avoid allergensContained in the Food and Drug Administration.
9. Reduce the amount of carbohydratesThat cause water retention. Absorbed carbohydrates are stored in the form of glycogen, which contains one gram in 2.7 grams of water. To save 1 gram of glycogen, the body retains water three times.
10. Lack of vitamin B6 can cause water retention.

To which the doctor ask

Choosing a doctor depends on the causes swelling of the face. In diseases of the teeth and accompanied by swelling, should visit the dentist. If you have any allergies should go to the allergist. Edema associated with inflammatory processes, internal diseases, accompanied by severe pain, should discuss with the therapist.

Methods of treatment of facial edema

Swelling of the face can last from one day to several weeks depending on the underlying cause. In some cases, it appears in the morning and disappears during the day. Prolonged swelling suggests that it is necessary to diagnose the state of the body, and then the doctor will prescribe medication.

drug therapy

The causes of edema	drugs
viral diseases	Local anesthetics, NSAIDs
dental surgery Toothache	antibiotics
bacterial infections	Antibiotics, corticosteroids to reduce swelling
allergic reactions	antihistamines
Thyroid dysfunction	Hormone replacement drugs
Cluster headache	Acute therapy - drugs to alleviate pain, Prevention - Combination Therapy, angioprotectors
violation of lymph	diuretics
lymphadenopathy	Causal agents, antibiotics

Most facial swelling sinusitis appear, the severity of which is measured at the plurality of symptoms. On the basis of the exciter data assigned antiviral therapy.

antibiotics	doses	Time of receipt
amoxicillin	500 mg 3 / day	Regardless of food
ampicillin	500 mg of 4 / day	One hour before meals
Amoxicillin (klavuanat)	500 mg 3 / day or 875 mg / day 2	While eating

The occurrence of allergic edema depends on numerous factors.

Immediate type allergic remove antihistamines drugs:

1. Tsetrin - taking 10 mg in one step.
2. Fenkarol - 25-50 mg 3 times a day.
3. Suprastin - on 1 tab. 2 times a day.

When the delayed type allergy to topical treatment, you can apply the ointment:

1. Ftorokort.
2. Lorinden.
3. Sinalar.

Diuretics with facial edema, caused by fluid retention in the body:

1. Hydrochlorothiazide, 25-50 mg once sufficient dose to reduce the edema.
2. Furasemid, taken in the morning before eating, 1 tab. every 6 hours.

Dosages are selected individually according to symptoms.

Traditional methods

Face edema, the causes of which are set and do not cause concerns can be addressed and at home.

Treatment of natural products:

1. Watermelon. Split berry pulp in a blender and put on the surface of the face. You can also drink the juice of watermelon in a few days.
2. Tincture of dandelion root. You can buy ready-made form or cook at home. In this case, the root infused in alcohol for 3-8 days. In use, be diluted in a ratio of 1: 5 with water.
3. The juice of fresh cucumber. Gauze, well soaked in cucumber juice, apply on face. And you can use a mask of finely sliced ​​vegetables.
4. Tea made from parsley. Dried grass instead of brewing tea and drinking during the day several times.
5. Oil of oregano. A few drops added to tea, juice or water to help cope with inflammation, infections, immune system support.
6. Edema caused by gum disease, respond well to treatment with alum. Natural minerals have antiseptic, eliminate germs. Chopped alum, 1 hr. l., mixed with a glass of hot water. Cool and rinse your mouth as needed.

Sinusitis, which is a common cause of swelling face, you can use:

1. Apple vinegar. The cup of hot water add 2 tbsp. l. vinegar, and drink three times a day. You can add in a drink 1 hour. l. honey (with the proviso that no allergic reactions to it).
2. Cayenne pepper. Adding it to food to help clear the sinuses.
3. coriander seeds. A teaspoon of seeds add water (1 cup), boil. After straining to make compresses on the affected areas.

Turmeric - a natural anti-swelling agent.

From it you can make a paste and apply on the swelling:

• Grind the dry powder or freshly ground in a small amount of water.
• On the face apply the paste on your face and leave for 15 minutes.
• Wash off the mask.
• Cloth soaked in cold water, applied to the face and hold 10 minutes. Then all washed away.

When edema caused by inflammatory processes can be try to use products:

1. Aloe vera.
2. Tea tree oil.
3. Fenugreek seeds.
4. Coconut oil.
5. Echinacea.
6. Calendula.

Other methods

1. Using an ice pack. Ice to put in the bag, wrapped in a towel and applied to swollen areas of the face. Hold for 3-5 minutes.
2. Avoiding hot water during swelling. You can not take a hot bath, shower, compresses, drink hot drinks.
3. Cold bath for the face. Fill a wide shallow bowl of cold water. Add to her ice cubes and slices of fresh cucumber. Lower face in a bowl and soak for 1-2 minutes. Repeat this procedure several times. After that, apply on face toner with witch hazel extract.
4. Roller massage. In normal edema not associated with diseases, infections can be conducted face massage roller massager. To enhance the effect, the movie put on a few minutes in the freezer before the massage.
5. Face mask with caffeine. It tightens the skin, improves blood circulation. You can buy ready-made mask or make your own, from the midst of the ground coffee.

complications

Face edema, causes and treatment of which are versatile, diverse etiology, They have a variety of potential complications:

1. If the tumor is caused by external trauma, we should expect severe pain, excessive redness and swelling.
2. If swelling of the face caused by infections that may develop festering, which necessarily should be treated by a doctor, or an abscess may develop, leading to blood poisoning.
3. Allergic swelling of the fast action can lead to suffocation.
4. Swelling in pregnancy may be a symptom of pre-eclampsia, which is a threat to the fetus.
5. Permanent swelling reduces the elasticity of arteries, promotes inflammation.

Swelling of the face indicate malnutrition, health problems, which sometimes causes kroyatsya deep in the body. To prevent serious complications, it is necessary to begin treatment on time.

Registration of the article: Vladimir the Great

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