Question 1

i have a swollen face under my ear it's not to painful but is uncomfortable and it tingles. what could this be? allergie?

Accepted Answer

swollen face: There are lymph nodes present in-front, behind and below the ear, this may be the cause of the swelling. In addition, below the ear and the edge of the jaw are salival glands that sometimes get stones in their draining ducts and swell. A physical examination is required to accurately diagnose your problem; see your pcp or an ENT physician.

Question 2

swollen face near ear and jaw. sudden onset, not sick, no fever, side of face swollen and tender.  swollen part feels warm-ish and very firm. 3 days

Accepted Answer

Swollen face: There can be various causes for swollen face. This will include skin infection, boils in the area, parotid duct blockade or submandibular gland duct block, injuries, haw fracture , temporomandibular joint inflammation , tooth abscess etc. One must take medical advice and see their MD/ GP for an assessment.

Question 3

whole face swollen, eyes closed due to swelling. had abscess on head for 3 days, needs asvice for my swollen face and my eyes. thanks a lot?

Accepted Answer

Urgent: This can be a facial cellulitis (skin infection) and that is an emergency. You should seek medical care immediately if you have not yet had medical care. If you are not under treatment the infection, if present, can spread to the veins leading to the brain.

Question 4

woke up with swollen face and hands. heart rate 107. continuous shock waves from head and out of fingertips when i stand or from head and out of stomach when i lie down. hands have pins and needles when they hang. ?

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. If you are overweight, losing weight, through diet and exercise, would be imperative  It would be prudent to see your doctor. 
Wish you good health!

Question 5

feel like i'm getting a sinus infection face,head hurt, nose is swollen on left side, lip is swollen, face feels hot and puffy n sore? what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Visit your doctor: Please see your ENT doctor to be evaluated and treated for what sounds to be sinus iinfection, as you wrote.  If you have fever, be seen today.  Feel better. 
(If you can not see your physician, see your local clinic or Emergency Room&gt;)

Question 6

fat pads around neck, swollen face, depression, anxiety, mood swings,weight gain cant lose weight, hair loss on head,is it cushing's disease?

Accepted Answer

Steroid excess: Your symptoms do suggest an excess of corticosteroids. Best to be evaluated by an endocrinologist or internist to sort out the source of the problem.

Question 7

son left side has a swollen face. camt swallow. cant talk. ear is killing him. im guessing infection and needs antibiotics or something else?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor today!: This is a potentially very serious problem; go to the er or urgent care center today.

Question 8

what does it mean a swollen face?

Accepted Answer

Facial Swelling: A variety of mild to serious disorders, diseases and conditions can lead to face swelling. Swelling can result from infections, allergies, medications, trauma and malignancy (cancer).

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: swollen face?

Accepted Answer

Swollen face: = facial distention due to fluid build up. This may be due to trauma, life-threatening allergic reactions, cellulitis, hormonal problems, etc.

Question 10

i have swollen face for a while now..not sure what it is. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

ALLERGY SINUSITIS: Most likely you have allergy sinusitis , or you could be having a chronic sinusitis
try to take allergy medicine like zyrtec or Benadryl (diphenhydramine) at night since it could make you drowsy
if persistent you might need to see ENT specialist
some people benefit from saline nasal spray, some suggest local honey from your local farmer market.

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I have a swollen face under my ear it's not to painful but is uncomfortable and it tingles. what could this be? allergie?

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Swollen face near ear and jaw. sudden onset, not sick, no fever, side of face swollen and tender. swollen part feels warm-ish and very firm. 3 days

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Whole face swollen, eyes closed due to swelling. had abscess on head for 3 days, needs asvice for my swollen face and my eyes. thanks a lot?

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Woke up with swollen face and hands. heart rate 107. continuous shock waves from head and out of fingertips when i stand or from head and out of stomach when i lie down. hands have pins and needles when they hang. ?

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Feel like i'm getting a sinus infection face,head hurt, nose is swollen on left side, lip is swollen, face feels hot and puffy n sore? what can i do?

A member asked:

Fat pads around neck, swollen face, depression, anxiety, mood swings,weight gain cant lose weight, hair loss on head,is it cushing's disease?

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Son left side has a swollen face. camt swallow. cant talk. ear is killing him. im guessing infection and needs antibiotics or something else?

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What does it mean a swollen face?

A member asked:

What is the definition or description of: swollen face?

A member asked:

I have swollen face for a while now..not sure what it is. what should i do?

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