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Dark circles under eyes after meningitis. what do you suggest?
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Dark circles: Dark circles under eyes is venous congestion. You must sleep adequately, and increase your hydration and avoid caffeine. The circles should improve.
Answered 8/26/2013
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Circles under eyes: Dark circles under eyes are caused by engorgement of veins under the thin skin. Since you have recovered from meningitis you spent a lot of time supine in bed, causing decreased venous return. Drink a lot of water and spend time upright. This should be temporary.
Answered 8/30/2013
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