Swollen Eyes is swelling or fluid accumulation in the connective tissue around the eyes, usually in the eyelids. There are many causes, such as injury, wounds, infection, inflammation, etc.
Eye swelling Symptoms of eye swelling vary depending on the cause. Signs and symptoms may include:
- Excessive tear production or excessive eye mucus
- I feel irritation in my eyes
- conjunctivitis
- Dry eyes
- There is an obstacle in vision or the vision is not clear.
Causes of Swollen Eyes Swollen eyes can be caused by many things, including:
- allergy
- Hydrocephalus
- Insect bites
- Conjunctivitis or pink eye
- Stye
- Inflamed or infected sac or cyst
- Inflammation of the eyeball or eyelid
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial or viral infection
- Caused by injury or
- Crying continuously for a long period of time
- Hyperthyroidism
- Nephrotic Syndrome
- tumor
- Eye cancer (very rare)
If you find that your eyes are swollen for more than 1-2 days without improvement or swelling does not decrease, you should see a doctor for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible to prevent possible complications.
Diagnosis of swollen eyes
Eye swelling that persists for more than 1-2 days requires a diagnosis by a doctor. Patients should observe their symptoms to help make a more effective diagnosis, including:
- Preceding or subsequent symptoms
- Pain
- A lump or swelling that can be felt
- Unable to move eye muscles or have altered vision
Some patients may need immediate medical attention so that the doctor can diagnose and treat them correctly. Patients who find that their eyes have cysts, blocked tear ducts , or other causes of swelling that do not go away within 2-3 weeks should see a doctor.
Treatment of swollen eyes Treatment of swollen eyes depends on the cause. There are different treatment examples as follows:
- Cysts: Cystsusually go away on their own within 2-3 weeks, but sometimes they may become harder. You can treat it yourself by using a warm compress on your eye because the warm temperature helps with oil secretion and blockage in the eye area. You can apply the compress 4-5 times a day. However, if the symptoms do not improve, you should see a doctor and the doctor will help drain the fluid.
- Stye: If the pus is drained, the symptoms of the stye will improve. However, hot compresses may be used to provide initial relief. It usually takes only a few weeks for the symptoms to go away. In addition, while you have a stye, you should avoid using cosmetics because it may cause re-infection.
- Conjunctivitis: Patients can take care of themselves by cleaning their eyelids with warm water. Conjunctivitis often causes stains or flakes to stick to the eyelashes and the inner corner of the eye. During the symptoms, avoid touching the eyes. Use a clean pillowcase and stop using eye cleaners and contact lenses until the symptoms improve. In general, the symptoms will improve on their own without treatment.
- Acute skin and tissue infection is an infection that causes the skin around the eye to become red and painful and may require treatment with antibiotics. Also, if you develop other symptoms such as a high fever, nausea, dizziness, shaking, confusion, vision changes, or the inability to move your eye, see a doctor right away.
Complications of Swollen Eyes Complications of swollen eyes depend on the cause. The most common cause is blepharitis, which can lead to complications such as dry eyes, red eyes, scarring of the eyelid, stye, or chronic conjunctivitis. If the swelling of the eyes is caused by conjunctivitis, it can lead to corneal ulcers, which can be vision-threatening.
Preventing eye puffiness
Most cases of eye swelling will go away on their own within a short period of time. During the symptoms, patients can prevent and take care of themselves as follows:
- You should avoid using products that may cause inflammation, such as cosmetics.
- The towel used for wiping the face or pillowcase should be changed or cleaned.
- People with allergies should take care of and control their symptoms by taking medication or avoiding contact with the allergen.
- If your puffy eyes are caused by crying, wash your face thoroughly before going to bed.
- You should choose eye drops or artificial tearsthat are free of preservatives.
- Always wash your hands thoroughly and avoid touching your eyes.
