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facial swelling - Definition: (Source: MedLinePlus)

Facial swelling is the build-up of fluid in the tissues of the face. Swelling may also affect the neck and upper arms. ...
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facial swelling - Images (Source: MedLinePlus)
facial swelling, Edema, central on the face
Edema, central on the face

Causes of facial swelling (Source: MedLinePlus)
Allergic reaction (such as allergic rhinitis , hay fever, or a bee sting ); Angioedema ; Blood transfusion reaction ; Cellulitis ; Conjunctivitis with swelling around the eye(s); Drug reactions, including those due to aspirin, penicillin, sulfa, glucocorticoids, and others; Head, nose, or jaw surgery; Injury or trauma to the face (such as a burn); Malnutrition (when severe); Obesity; Sinusitis ; Stye with swelling around the infected eye; Tooth abscess . ...
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facial swelling - Conventional Treatments (Source: MedLinePlus)
Apply cold compresses to reduce swelling from an injury. Raise the head of the bed (or use extra pillows) to help reduce facial swelling. ...
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Further Reading on facial swelling
  • Facial Problems,Noninjury - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    Facial problems can be caused by a minor problem or a serious condition. Symptoms may include pain, swelling , or facial weakness or numbness.
  • Facial Injuries - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    Everyone has had a minor facial injury that caused pain, swelling , or bruising at one time or another. Home treatment is usually...Everyone has had a minor facial injury that caused pain, swelling , or...
  • Salivary Gland Cancer Treatment (PDQ®) - General Information ( WebMD )
    Note : Some citations in the text of this section are followed by a level of evidence . The PDQ editorial boards use a formal ...or minor salivary glands present with painless swelling of the parotid,
  • Broken Nose (Nasal Fracture) - Topic Overview ( WebMD )
    ...sports, accidents, fights, and falls. However, it may be hard to tell if your nose is broken. Swelling can make your nose look...to tell if your nose is broken. Swelling can make your nose look...
  • Sinusitis - Treatment Overview ( WebMD )
    ...to your face. The goals of treatment for sinusitis are to: Improve drainage of mucus and reduce swelling in the sinuses, relieve...to: Improve drainage of mucus and reduce swelling in the...


  • Salivary Gland Cancer Treatment (PDQ®) - Cellular Classification ( WebMD )
    Salivary gland neoplasms are remarkable for their histologic diversity . These neoplasms include benign and malignant tumors of ...from the ipsilateral ear, dysphagia, trismus, and facial paralysis.[3]...
  • An Overview of Sinusitis ( WebMD )
    Is it a sinus infection? Learn about inflammation of the sinuses, or sinusitis...Sinusitis is an inflammation, or swelling , of the tissue lining the sinuses. Normally, sinuses are filled with air..
  • Facial Fracture ( WebMD )
    Facial fracture refers to any injury that results in a broken bone or bones of the face...A fracture is a broken bone. Facial fracture refers to any injury that results in a broken bone or...symptoms...
  • Facial Fracture ( eMedicineHealth )

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