Question 1

was allergic to something. eyes were swollen. put in antihistamine drops. was better but still swollen. how long will swelling last?

Accepted Answer

Depends: On several factors including things like: what were you allergic to, are you still in contact with it, the severity of your allergic reaction, How often are you using the drops, etc. etc.

Question 2

should i stay up overnight to keep an eye on my 3yr old after allergic reaction? she had lip swelling and was prescribed antihistamines.

Accepted Answer

You should not : Have to. Continue giving the antihistamines as prescribed unless with respiratory symptoms, shortness of breath , then you need to be concerned.Take him to the emergency asap. Follow up with your pediatrician to see if there is need to refer your three year old to the specialist.

Question 3

i've had a allergic reaction to something that has made my right eye swell i've had it for four days now i saw my doctor monday and she prescribed antihistamine ! i've got a wedding to go to this saturday and really need this swelling gone please help?

Accepted Answer

Eye doctor needed!: If the swelling is truly allergic it should have gone away by now. Several days of swelling of the lids or eyeball could mean something more serious, like perhaps an infection. See an ophthalmologist.

Question 4

i have goosebumps like rash all over the body and swollen eyes for 3 days. rash occur suddenly and they are itchy.taking antihistamines with no result?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor ASAP: Sounds like you need urgent medical care and attention before your symptoms worsen. Don't delay.

Question 5

facial swelling around eyes from sunburn. what do i do?

Accepted Answer

Avoid sun: Ice water compress, topical hydrocortisone, and tincture of time. Avoid sun exposure.

Question 6

rash and swelling around eyes after using new makeup remover. help?

Accepted Answer

Allergic reaction: Most likely allergy to the makeup. Stop using and begin cold compresses and if red and itching with some weeping to the skin, an over the counter Hydrocortisone cream to the affected skin will often cause relief and comfort. Use minimal amount and not in the eye for several times a day.

Question 7

head injury with swelling around eyes and at point of lash and swelling spreading. wat should i apply to the injury?

Accepted Answer

Ice: Have someone with you for awhile. Ice to reduce bleeding, rest sitting up, unless fuzzy.
If unconscious at all go to er.
What was cause?

Question 8

unexplained swelling around eyes appearing at 60 in the mornings. why?

Accepted Answer

See Eye MD now.: Could be just retained fluid, but could also be an indicator of a metabolic problem like renal insufficiency.  You should probably see both your eye md and your pcp.

Question 9

why i have swelling around eyes and feel sweaty last night?

Accepted Answer

Swelling around eyes: Swelling around eyes can be due to many issue: clogged eyelash glands (meibomian glands); allergies; excess salt (be sure kidney function is normal);  genetics (got it from mom or dad); excess rubbing (shiners); aging changes. Cold ice packs might help decrease swelling by constricting blood vessels. See an eyemd if no improvement. See your md about  night sweats if persistent as can be a concern.

Question 10

i am experiencing  swelling around eyes. the following also describes me: eye irritation. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Need to be seen: kindly see your doctor or go to urgent care, meanwhile don't rub your eyes, best wishes

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Was allergic to something. eyes were swollen. put in antihistamine drops. was better but still swollen. how long will swelling last?

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Should i stay up overnight to keep an eye on my 3yr old after allergic reaction? she had lip swelling and was prescribed antihistamines.

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I've had a allergic reaction to something that has made my right eye swell i've had it for four days now i saw my doctor monday and she prescribed antihistamine ! i've got a wedding to go to this saturday and really need this swelling gone please help?

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I have goosebumps like rash all over the body and swollen eyes for 3 days. rash occur suddenly and they are itchy.taking antihistamines with no result?

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Facial swelling around eyes from sunburn. what do i do?

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Rash and swelling around eyes after using new makeup remover. help?

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Head injury with swelling around eyes and at point of lash and swelling spreading. wat should i apply to the injury?

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Unexplained swelling around eyes appearing at 60 in the mornings. why?

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Why i have swelling around eyes and feel sweaty last night?

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I am experiencing swelling around eyes. the following also describes me: eye irritation. what should i do?

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