Skin, muscle, fat: Under eye circles can be caused by a variety of different conditions. At your age, the use of oral contraceptives or pregnancy may cause dark pigmented circles around the eyes. Thin skin may make the underlying muscle visible with a blue appearance. Congenital prominence of the fat or a shallow orbit may make the fat or globe more prominent with visible lower lid bulges.
Answered 3/30/2013
5.2k views
Might be abnormal: Sometimes this is hereditary familial or eth, nic. Medical causes include sinus problems, allergies, tooth problems, medicine reactions orbital inflammation. You should see your primary doctor first for workup and evaluation.
Answered 10/7/2013
5.2k views
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your question