Why eyes swell and how to deal with it, told by an ophthalmologist

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As a rule, swelling of the upper or lower eyelid is just an unpleasant irritation that goes away on its own during the day. But if the swelling does not go down or appears regularly, it is important to find its cause to avoid various complications.

“Any swelling that lasts more than 24-48 hours requires a visit to an ophthalmologist, because sometimes it is based on a serious condition that can lead to blindness,” said ophthalmologist Annapurna Singh.

According to her, there are several reasons that cause swelling. These include:

• allergy;
• conjunctivitis;
• stye;
• chalazion;
• trauma;
• Graves' disease (diffuse toxic goiter, Graves' disease);
• orbital cellulitis.

How to get rid of swelling

First of all, the doctor advised to rinse your eyes with cool water, which will help reduce irritation.

You can also try applying a cool compress to your eyelids. Even a napkin soaked in cold water will do.

If the swelling is caused by an allergy, you should use antihistamine eye drops. However, before using them, you should consult a doctor, Singh emphasized.