Why is one eye swollen?
Recently, many netizens have asked about "puffy eyes" on social media and health forums, which can be caused by a variety of reasons. This article will combine the hot topics and hot content on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the possible causes, symptoms and countermeasures of a puffy eye.
1. Common causes of puffiness in one eye
| Reason | Symptoms | Incidence rate (discussion popularity in the past 10 days) |
|---|---|---|
| allergic reaction | Eyelid redness, itching, and tearing | 35% |
| conjunctivitis | Red eyes and increased discharge | 25% |
| mosquito bites | Local redness, swelling, pain or itching | 15% |
| Stye (pinhole) | Local redness, swelling and tenderness of eyelids | 10% |
| Trauma or impact | Bruising, pain | 8% |
| Other causes (such as kidney problems) | accompanied by systemic symptoms | 7% |
2. Recent hotly discussed cases
1.Pollen allergy causes puffiness in one eye: Recently, during the peak pollen season in spring, netizens in many places reported that unilateral eyelid swelling was caused by allergies, accompanied by symptoms such as sneezing.
2.Improper use of contact lenses: A blogger shared his experience of wearing contact lenses for too long, which caused keratitis, resulting in redness and swelling in one eye, sparking widespread discussion.
3.Accidental mosquito bites: Many netizens in the southern region posted that their eyelids were bitten by mosquitoes at night, causing significant swelling the next day.
3. How to judge the severity of edema
| Symptoms | Possible reasons | Suggested handling |
|---|---|---|
| Mild redness and swelling, no other symptoms | Allergy or minor infection | Cold compress observation |
| Redness, swelling and pain | stye or trauma | Medical examination |
| Vision affected | severe infection or trauma | seek medical attention immediately |
| accompanied by fever | systemic infection | emergency medical attention |
4. Expert advice and home care methods
1.cold compress relief: Wrap ice cubes in a clean towel and apply cold compresses for 10-15 minutes each time to reduce swelling.
2.keep clean: Avoid rubbing your eyes with your hands and use artificial tears to rinse them.
3.drug use: Antihistamines can be taken for edema caused by allergies, but doctor’s advice is required.
4.observe changes: Record the changes in swelling degree. If there is no improvement within 48 hours, seek medical attention promptly.
5. Situations that require vigilance
If the following symptoms occur, seek medical attention immediately:
- Sudden loss of vision
- severe pain
- Exophthalmos
- Accompanied by high fever
- Swelling that lasts for more than 3 days
6. Preventive measures
1. People with allergies should avoid contact with known allergens
2. Pay attention to eye hygiene and avoid excessive use of eyes
3. Take anti-mosquito measures in summer
4. Wear contact lenses in a standardized manner
By analyzing the hot topics of recent Internet discussions, we can see that swelling of one eye is mostly a minor problem, but it should not be taken lightly. Understanding possible causes and ways to respond can help us better handle this situation. If symptoms persist or worsen, it is important to seek professional medical help promptly.
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