Question 1

my inner eye on the bottom waterline is swollen and very painful to the touch. t's a little red too and itchy. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Possibly sty: You may have a sty or blocked oil gland of the eyelash (gland of zeiss) that is secondarily inflamed or infected. Try mod. Hot compresses 2-4 times/day for about 10' followed by gentle massage with diluted baby shampoo on a clean washcloth. This should help it resolve in about 7-10 days. If not and persistent or worsening, then an exam is needed to verify the lid lesion.

Question 2

on my waterline inside my eye i know we have tear ducts are they white? i have one that's swollen n my other eye it's fine it's tiny

Accepted Answer

Eye exam: The tear ducts are located on the inside corner of the eyelids (closer to the nose where the eyelashes stop) on the upper and lower lids. The tear ducts are normally not swollen or white. You may have a tear duct infection (canaliculitus). You also have oil glands along the lid margin. These may get clogged and can result in a white swollen appearance or a stye. See your eye doctor for evaluation.

Question 3

why is my eye area swollen?

Accepted Answer

A few questions: I am guessing your eyelids are swollen (one or both).  Possibiiities include infection, trauma, insect bites, allergies and other  issues as well.  Is the vision impaired? is the eye red?  Is there pain?  check with your ophthalmologist to sort this out.

Question 4

why does my eye feel swollen?

Accepted Answer

Too many reasons: Can you clarify? Do you have allergies? How long has this been a problem? Do you have associated symptoms of pressure, burning, irritation?  Blurry vision?

Question 5

what works against swollen eyes?

Accepted Answer

Swollen eyes: If your eyes are swollen because of allergies or infection, then treating the source will often help reduce the swelling.  A lot of adults have swollen eyes due to aging eyelid changes.  If the changes are severe enough, some people have elective surgery to reduce the swelling.

Question 6

how could  i reduce swollen eyes?

Accepted Answer

Depends on the cause: Swollen eyes can be due to allergy which is the most common cause of swollen eyes but it can also be caused by infection and can be a sign of underlying disese of kidneys, hormone related.
So treatment depends on cause, you can try cold compresses and an over the counter anthistamine like benadryl, (diphenhydramine) Claritin or zyrtec, and if no improvement see your doctor.

Question 7

i have swollen eyes
how can i fix my eyes?

Accepted Answer

Swollen eyes: You need to see an ophthalmologist who will provide the diagnosis and what treatment if any is necessary.

Question 8

what are some ways to relieve swollen eyes?

Accepted Answer

Swollen eyes: Is it from ;lack o fsleep or infection or foregn body? Remedies are different for each one.

Question 9

what can i do to help ease my swollen eyes?

Accepted Answer

Cold compresses: Cold compresses are typically effective and soothing.

Question 10

i wake up with swollen eyes and puffy eyes?

Accepted Answer

Dependent edema: Often sleeping on your face can cause fluid to build up on the peri orbital area which usually clears in a few hours. Try sleeping on your back with your head elevated by a pillow and see if that helps.

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My inner eye on the bottom waterline is swollen and very painful to the touch. t's a little red too and itchy. what could it be?

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On my waterline inside my eye i know we have tear ducts are they white? i have one that's swollen n my other eye it's fine it's tiny

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Why is my eye area swollen?

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Why does my eye feel swollen?

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What works against swollen eyes?

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How could i reduce swollen eyes?

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I have swollen eyes how can i fix my eyes?

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