Question 1

i have swollen glands in right side of neck behind my ear and a bulging painful knot growing bigger on top of my head. what could be the reason for this?

Accepted Answer

: infected hair follicles is my bet.  Give us a call and show us pictures. As they say a picture is worth 1,000 words.

Question 2

my eye is swollen for no reason. what is a good home remedy?

Accepted Answer

From allergies: Cold/ cool compresses will help. A mild steroid will help the swelling.

Question 3

wat could be the reason why i wake up every morning with severely swollen eyes?

Accepted Answer

Allergies or: Some families have a syndrome called blepharochalsis that involves episodes of swelling. Some patients sleep with a sleep mask to compress during the night.

Question 4

hi dr

my 17 month old woke up with her eyes abit swollen and reddish. what could be the reason? she does tend to rub her eyes on her sleep too.

Accepted Answer

Allergies: Does you child suffer from allergies? Dust, pollen and even domestic animals can cause allergic reactions causing eyes to be swollen and red, and nasal stuffiness. She may even be allergic to fabric softener or other additives in the sheets. Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is safe to give toddlers for allergies. See you Dr if the swelling increases or affects her tongue/lips.

Question 5

what could be the reason that my eye is swollen every morning when i wake up?

Accepted Answer

Swlling of eyes ever: You need to see your doctor as it may be due to allergies or you may have an underlying systemic disease like kidney disease and you will need exam, bood and urine test.

Question 6

baby eye has been swollen for a week and he wakes up with cold in his eyes. what is the reason & how can i get rid of it?

Accepted Answer

Need to see doctor: One week history of swollen eye and cold in eye needs doctor followup for diagnosis and treatment.

Question 7

what are some reason for my left eye feel itchy, kind of hurting and swollen. my eye doctor said i have stigmatism?

Accepted Answer

Allergy: Itchy eyes are most likely due to allergies.  You can try otc zaditor (ketotifen) eye drops to see if that helps and cold compresses on the eyes.  Astigmatism is warping on the surface of the eye that leads to blurred vision.  This is typically corrected with glasses or contacts.

Question 8

what could cause a swollen bump in the outer crease folds (outer v) of the eye? its not itchy or red, not painful & softjust looks like swollen tissue. should be concerned?

Accepted Answer

: most likely could be a chalazion, stye, which is a blocked oil gland,  the best course is to apply a hot compress (wash cloth with hot water from a sink) until the rag is cool.  However, the best thing to do is to see an eye care professional.

Question 9

please tell what would cause a big pimple like thing on the side of my nose next to my eye that's painful and has my eye very swollen also ? i'm 58

Accepted Answer

Focal infection: In this location the most likely thing is a blocked lacrimal drainage system with focal infection of the lacrimal sac  termed 'dacryocystitis'.  Other soft tissue infections in that location are also possible but less likely.  Have your ophthalmologist check this out.  You will probably need an acceptable antibiotic and focal heat treatment.

Question 10

what could cause eyelid swelling in the inner corner of just one eye?its been 1 and a half week now. its not very swollen but i can tell the difference between the both eyes.was painful at the start, doc give me drops to use. not sure about the cause?

Accepted Answer

: This is probably a chalazion an inflammation of a meibomian gland of the eyelid. Warm compresses will also help.This is a benign lesion. If it persists see an ophthalmologist.

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I have swollen glands in right side of neck behind my ear and a bulging painful knot growing bigger on top of my head. what could be the reason for this?

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My eye is swollen for no reason. what is a good home remedy?

A member asked:

Wat could be the reason why i wake up every morning with severely swollen eyes?

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Hi dr my 17 month old woke up with her eyes abit swollen and reddish. what could be the reason? she does tend to rub her eyes on her sleep too.

A member asked:

What could be the reason that my eye is swollen every morning when i wake up?

A member asked:

Baby eye has been swollen for a week and he wakes up with cold in his eyes. what is the reason & how can i get rid of it?

A member asked:

What are some reason for my left eye feel itchy, kind of hurting and swollen. my eye doctor said i have stigmatism?

A member asked:

What could cause a swollen bump in the outer crease folds (outer v) of the eye? its not itchy or red, not painful & softjust looks like swollen tissue. should be concerned?

A member asked:

Please tell what would cause a big pimple like thing on the side of my nose next to my eye that's painful and has my eye very swollen also ? i'm 58

A member asked:

What could cause eyelid swelling in the inner corner of just one eye?its been 1 and a half week now. its not very swollen but i can tell the difference between the both eyes.was painful at the start, doc give me drops to use. not sure about the cause?

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