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We must have felt swelling in or around our eyes at some time or the other. This is usually called baggy eyes or puffy eyes. In medical terms it is known as 'infraorbital edema'. It is quite common to happen with increasing age. However, this can happen in adolescence also.
In fact, with increasing age, the tissue around the eyes and some muscles that support the eyelids become weak. Due to this, fat and fluid accumulates in the lower eyelid and swelling appears in it.
According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, bags under the eyes can be caused by several factors, including loose skin, allergies, pockets of fat, pigmentation, and natural shadowing. Apart from this, it can also be genetic.
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Expert- Dr. Digvijay Singh, Chief Ophthalmology, Narayana Hospital (Gurugram)
Why do eyes swell?
It is normal to have bags or swelling under the eyes. However, sometimes it also indicates kidney problems. Swollen eyes are usually a symptom of an unhealthy lifestyle. Like not getting enough sleep, smoking or dehydration. Know the reasons for this in the graphic given below-
Do baggy or puffy eyes indicate any danger?
Bags, puffiness or shadows under the eyes can give the appearance of fatigue, but are usually not harmful. However, if there is persistent swelling, pain, itching or redness around the eyes, then definitely consult an ophthalmologist.
It is important to take precautions to avoid eye bags
Bags under the eyes usually do not indicate any serious condition. In many cases, it can be improved by making small changes in your skin care and routine. You can see some precautions regarding this .
Adopt these measures to reduce eye bags
Some simple home remedies can help reduce or eliminate eye bags. Read about this in the pointers below.
apply cold water on eyes
Dr. Digvijay Singh says that for eye bags or swelling in the eyes, applying cold water is beneficial. For this, wet a clean and soft washcloth with cold water. Place it around your eyes for a few minutes, applying very light pressure.
get enough sleep
Adequate sleep is important to reduce any eye related problem. Ophthalmologists recommend sleeping for 7 to 8 hours daily.
sleep with your head slightly elevated
While sleeping, the head should be raised a little. Due to this, fluids do not accumulate around the eyes. You can also add a pillow to raise the head of your bed a few inches.
Avoid drinking fluids before sleeping
Limit salt in your diet. This can help reduce the accumulation of fluids at night, which form bags under the eyes.
don't smoke
Dr. Digvijay Singh explains that smoking damages collagen rapidly. This makes the delicate skin under the eyes even thinner. Due to this, blood vessels become visible.
try to avoid allergies
Avoid rubbing the eyelashes too much. This may cause allergy in the eyes. Do not treat yourself if you have the problem of itching and watering of eyes. For this, contact the doctor immediately.
can use cosmetics
If the shadow under your eyes is visible, you can use makeup concealer or any cream to hide it. However, definitely take doctor's advice for this.
Medical treatment of eye bags is also possible
This is usually a cosmetic problem and does not require medical treatment. Home and lifestyle treatments can be helpful in reducing the bags. But if you are more concerned about puffiness under the eyes, then medical and surgical treatments are also available for it.
If you think the puffiness under your eyes is due to an allergy, ask your health care provider about prescription allergy medications. Allergy symptoms can be reduced by their use.
Apart from this, wrinkle treatments are used to correct it. These include laser resurfacing, chemical peels, and fillers, which can improve skin tone and add tightness. Apart from this, eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) is also an option. The surgeon performs blepharoplasty according to the condition of the patient's eyes.
Why are there dark circles under the eyes?
Dark circles can occur under anyone's eyes, but they are more likely to occur in the elderly. In fact, with increasing age, due to lack of fat and collagen and thinning of the skin, the reddish-blue blood vessels under the eyes become more clear. These dark areas may be in the form of depressions under the eyes, which normally develop with age. pointers below to see which people may have dark circles under their eyes.
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