Swollen and Puffy Face:
A puffy face may be caused by either internal or external factor. It may be due to an anaphylactic reaction or it can be the result of an injury. Either way, it is something you shouldn’t be taking lightly.
- If you find yourself having this condition by accident or if you accidentally hit your face with something hard, it would result to the swelling as the result of the inflammatory response of the body.
- It can also be due to an oral cavity infection such as tooth abscess and gum abscess that would usually cause your face to puff up because of the swelling in the gum line.
- It can also be due to an allergic reaction from something you just ate.
- It could be something you applied to your face that caused it to swell.
- A fluid shift of fluid, which is also known as edema, could have caused the swelling and puffy face. This kind of condition can be assessed by simply pressing down the skin. As you press against the skin, you may notice an indention that doesn’t rise back up. Edema in the face is something serious, as it is a sign of a heart condition/illness.
- It can also be an end result after going through an invasive procedure.It could be a botox treatment or any facial surgery.
How to Treat Swelling and Puffy Face
Here is a list of things you can do to help lessen the occurrence of puffiness in your face. The swelling might be accompanied as well with pain and tenderness, hence touching the face for the meantime will be painful.
- Wrap cubes of ice in a clean piece of cloth and apply it to your swollen and puffy face.
- You may also try to rinse your face with ice cold water.
- Your doctor might prescribe you with an anti-inflammatory medication.
- Place a mixture of papaya mashed in a basin and mix it with honey. Use this mixture as a facial mask. Let it sit for a while in your face for at least 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse afterwards.
Also try Scarless Facelift
How to Prevent Swelling and Puffiness
In order to avoid this from happening, be careful with what you apply to your face. As much as possible prevent causing trauma and bruising in your facial area to avoid swelling. Be careful as well with what you eat especially if you have any known history of any allergic reactions.
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Yesterday after noon, I got in a ATV wreck. I got hit in the face with about 10 limbs (about wrist wrist length around) from pine trees. My face has became EXTREMELY swollen. I was wondering if I should go to the doctor or wait a couple day to see if it goes away. & I would like to know how to reduce the swelling.
You should consult your doctor for the facial trauma. Your doctor may advise X-ray of face to exclude fracture. He may also prescribe anti inflammatory medicines.
Meanwhile 1/2 tsp turmeric powder with a teaspoon of honey is an effective natural anti inflammatory, that you can consume.
Homeopathic medicines Arnica and Ruta are known to relieve symptoms of trauma, such as pain and swelling.
I just had a facelift surgery. However, until now I am experiencing stiffness in my wound near the both sides of my ears. Is this a natural complication after a facelift operation. It’s been 2 weeks now and I still feel the stiffness of my wound. Is there a cure for this to relieve from the stiffness of my wound near my ears? My cosmetic surgeon advised me to relax as the stiffness of my wound will eventually be over soon in a month or two.
Side effects that occur frequently after a face lift surgical procedure
1. Pain and stiffness
2. Face swelling
3. Face bruising
4. Face scarring
It is very important for you to bear in mind that there are several factors that determine the healing time.
Do not get anxious and worried.
- Most of the patients who have had the surgical procedure, report minor pain and stiffness.
- Take the analgesics that have been provided to you by your surgeon, it will ease the discomfort.
- If there is sudden and severe pain, report to the surgeon immediately.
- Keep up with your follow up appointments.
- Normalcy should be regained within 4 to 6 weeks.
- If you smoke, quit smoking, smoking prolongs healing time, and is also responsible for other complications.
Firstly ensure if you are not suffering from any illness or allergy. For this consult your doctor. If face appears swollen without any medical cause, probably you may have put on weight, if so try to reduce your weight.