Question 1

i have swollen under my right eye cheek bone and a lot of pain. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

: It could be an infection from a decayed maxillary tooth. See a local dentist for an evaluation.

Question 2

doc, i feel something on my right head, and it feel my right eye swollen but when i look at the mirror it does not.when i touch i feel i had cold .x?

Accepted Answer

Dry eye: Sensation  in the eyes is poorly localized.   A dry eye may feel swollen. If your eyes look normal in the mirror and your vision is fine, try otc artificial tears 4x/day as a test and see if that helps.

Question 3

swollen cheek area very red and swollen under eye what could this be?

Accepted Answer

This could be: An infection or possibly an allergic reaction.  See a  doctor for management.

Question 4

i have a slight swollen cheek, right underneath my left eye. my left nostril fells hardend, and also very sensitive when i touch it. and for the last 3 days, when i wake up, i have headaches, but they disappear an hour or two afterwards.

Accepted Answer

Swollen Cheek: Many possibilities, but a very common cause is a tooth abscess. Have you seen a dentist to rule out any issues with your teeth? If not, make an appointment. If you have, see your physician.

Question 5

my husband has mumps and is feeling numbness on his left (swollen) cheek. he is also has slight blurred vision in his left eye. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Cheek normal: It is not uncommon to have some numbness in the area of swelling when you have mumps due to nerve irritation. the visual blurring is not normal. He should see a doctor as soon as possible.

Question 6

sharp shooting pain starting on top right side of head radiating down to right eye. also right eye has become very blurry and a feeling like its swollen within last few month. also right ear has almost numb kind of feeling. what can be causing this?

Accepted Answer

: You need an exam with an ophthalmologist to start with.

Question 7

my 3yr old daughter woke up with a swollen cheek, one swollen eye and a swollen upper lip. her sheets are clean, what could cause this? pedi worthy?

Accepted Answer

Possible allergy: It is possibly caused by allergy to something, it is called angioedema .But there are other possibilities like and the child should be checked by your pediatrician asap.

Question 8

having cyst@impacted wisdom tooth out nxt wk, suffered pain and swollen cheek for 3yrs after being told it was no problem@ pain was all in my head :(?

Accepted Answer

Many Options: Pain & swelling can be from a multitude of options such as:
1) infection
2) cyst
3) cancer
4) muscle spasm.
Bottom line is to have your surgeon evaluate this for you.

Question 9

i recently had a head injury in right side, two day later my right eye started to swell. 
i have taken anti inflammatory meds, how long will the swelling last?

Accepted Answer

Dangerous: This is not a normal circumstance, for swelling to suddenly appear 2 days post-trauma. Please seek evaluation.

Question 10

corner of right eye swollen. possible causes?

Accepted Answer

It depends on...: If it is the corner near the nose it could be an infection or blockage of the lacrimal sac.  This is most likely if you have tearing or marked pain. This should be evaluated asap. You could also have an infection called angular blepharitis or a blockage of a meibomian gland called a chalazion.  If it persists you should see an ophthalmologist.

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I have swollen under my right eye cheek bone and a lot of pain. what could this be?

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Doc, i feel something on my right head, and it feel my right eye swollen but when i look at the mirror it does not.when i touch i feel i had cold .x?

A member asked:

Swollen cheek area very red and swollen under eye what could this be?

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I have a slight swollen cheek, right underneath my left eye. my left nostril fells hardend, and also very sensitive when i touch it. and for the last 3 days, when i wake up, i have headaches, but they disappear an hour or two afterwards.

A member asked:

My husband has mumps and is feeling numbness on his left (swollen) cheek. he is also has slight blurred vision in his left eye. is this normal?

A member asked:

Sharp shooting pain starting on top right side of head radiating down to right eye. also right eye has become very blurry and a feeling like its swollen within last few month. also right ear has almost numb kind of feeling. what can be causing this?

A member asked:

My 3yr old daughter woke up with a swollen cheek, one swollen eye and a swollen upper lip. her sheets are clean, what could cause this? pedi worthy?

A member asked:

Having cyst@impacted wisdom tooth out nxt wk, suffered pain and swollen cheek for 3yrs after being told it was no problem@ pain was all in my head :(?

A member asked:

I recently had a head injury in right side, two day later my right eye started to swell. i have taken anti inflammatory meds, how long will the swelling last?

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Corner of right eye swollen. possible causes?

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