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A 33-year-old male asked:
What is the definition or description of: facial swelling?
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Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 27 years experience
Facial swelling: Facial swelling (edema) occurs when fluid accumulates in the facial tissues. This puffiness can occur for many reasons including infections and allergic reactions.
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