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Swollen area
About the Symptom
Swelling occurs when a part of the body increases in size.
When to See a Doctor
Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms
- Numbness / sensory disorder
- Edema
- Erythema
- Recent weight loss
Possible Causes
Generally, Affected area is swollen can be related to:
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
An autoimmune disease caused by the body's immune system attacking organs and cells. The exact cause is unclear, but risk factors include being female, childbearing age, and heredity. SLE may involve nearly every organ system in the body with a wide range of potential symptoms that often wax and wane over time.
- Folliculitis, Furuncle, Carbuncle
Infection of hair follicles by bacteria or fungi. When more hair follicles are involved, they can merge under the skin to become carbuncles.
- Mastitis
Inflammation of the breast, caused by bacteria entering the milk ducts or by a duct becoming blocked. Good breastfeeding technique and avoiding pressure on the breast can help prevent it.
- Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
- Insect Bite
- Testicular Tumor
Related Serious Diseases
Sometimes, Affected area is swollen may be related to these serious diseases:
- Cellulitis / Erysipelas
A bacterial skin infection, cellulitis occurs when bacteria invade the skin through a tear, which can be caused by insect bites, wounds, or scratching. People with diabetes and weakened immune systems have a higher risk.
- Angioedema
- Septic Arthritis
- Perianal Abscess
Doctor's Diagnostic Questions
Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom:
- Do you have swelling in the affected area?
- When did you first notice the swelling in the affected area?
Reviewed By:
Maxwell J. Nanes, DO (Emergency Medicine)
Dr Nanes received a doctorate from the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine and went on to complete a residency in emergency medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin. There he trained at Froedtert Hospital and Children's Hospital of Wisconsin in the practice of adult and pediatric emergency medicine. He was a chief resident and received numerous awards for teaching excellence during his time there. | | After residency he took a job at a community hospital where he and his colleagues worked through the toughest days of the COVID-19 pandemic. |
Yoshinori Abe, MD (Internal Medicine)
Dr. Abe graduated from The University of Tokyo School of Medicine in 2015. He completed his residency at the Tokyo Metropolitan Health and Longevity Medical Center. He co-founded Ubie, Inc. in May 2017, where he currently serves as CEO & product owner at Ubie. Since December 2019, he has been a member of the Special Committee for Activation of Research in Emergency AI of the Japanese Association for Acute Medicine. | | Dr. Abe has been elected in the 2020 Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia Healthcare & Science category.
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Swollen brows after microblading can be normal for 3 to 5 days, but worsening swelling, spreading redness, warmth, throbbing pain, yellow or green discharge, fever, or tender neck or ear nodes suggest infection that needs prompt medical care; stop makeup and unapproved products, gently clean the area, contact a clinician promptly since most infections need oral antibiotics, and seek urgent care for rapidly spreading redness, severe facial or eyelid swelling, vision changes, or high fever. There are several factors to consider. See below for normal healing timelines, how to tell an allergic reaction from an infection, step by step treatment and aftercare, and prevention tips that could change your next steps.
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* Al-Nuaimi A, Al-Marri A, Al-Hassani A, et al. Complications of Microblading: A Review of Literature. J Craniofac Surg. 2023 Jan-Feb 01;34(1):e85-e88. doi: 10.1097/SCS.0000000000008892. PMID: 36021571.
* Jhaveri S, Turegano L, Cohen S. Microblading-Related Complications: A Case Series and Review of the Literature. Dermatol Surg. 2023 Feb 1;49(2):209-211. doi: 10.1097/DSS.0000000000003666. PMID: 36306567.
* Poulos E, Sivamani R. Allergic Contact Dermatitis After Microblading: A Case Series and Review of the Literature. Dermatol Surg. 2021 Oct 1;47(10):1409-1411. doi: 10.1097/DSS.0000000000003264. PMID: 34292150.
* Nguyen TN, Jha S, Nguyen M, et al. Foreign body granulomas secondary to microblading: a case report and review of literature. JAAD Case Rep. 2020 Jun 2;6(7):643-645. doi: 10.1016/j.jdcr.2020.04.020. PMID: 32463994.
* Van Geel N, De Wael M, De Clercq S, et al. Management of tattoo-associated complications: An update. J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol. 2023 Sep;37(9):1756-1768. doi: 10.1111/jdv.19253. PMID: 37456726.
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Unexplained Swelling? Why Your Body Is Inflaming & Medically Approved Next Steps
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There are several factors to consider: swelling can come from normal inflammation, fluid retention, or minor injury, but it can also signal infection, allergy, circulation problems like a blood clot, or kidney, heart, or liver disease. Medically approved next steps include elevation, gentle movement, reducing salt, staying hydrated, using compression or ice, and seeking urgent care for red flags such as one painful swollen leg, spreading redness with fever, chest pain, or trouble breathing. For a fuller checklist on when it is normal versus urgent, how doctors evaluate it, and which actions fit your situation, see below.
References:
* Chaudhry R, et al. Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (SIRS): A Review. Cureus. 2023 Jul 19;15(7):e42106. doi: 10.7759/cureus.42106. PMID: 37484323; PMCID: PMC10359876.
* Chen L, et al. Chronic Inflammation and Its Role in Health and Disease. Front Immunol. 2018 Dec 10;9:2833. doi: 10.3389/fimmu.2018.02833. PMID: 30574193; PMCID: PMC6295321.
* Finkenstedt-Däbritz A, et al. The enigma of idiopathic edema revisited. Wiener Klinische Wochenschrift. 2020 Jan;132(1-2):46-55. doi: 10.1007/s00508-019-01582-8. Epub 2019 Nov 22. PMID: 31754972.
* Mandavkar S, et al. Generalized edema. JAMA. 2021 May 25;325(20):2098. doi: 10.1001/jama.2021.4682. PMID: 34032906.
* Komarova YA, et al. Cellular and Molecular Mechanisms of Edema Formation in Inflammation. Int J Mol Sci. 2017 Aug 16;18(8):1797. doi: 10.3390/ijms18081797. PMID: 28813098; PMCID: PMC5578135.
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Swelling and some aching under a cast are common in the first 24 to 72 hours and often improve with elevation above heart level, gentle finger or toe motion, icing around the cast, and doctor-directed pain medicine. There are several factors to consider, and the complete, medically approved steps and timelines are explained below. Get urgent care if pain is severe or not relieved by elevation, or if you notice numbness or tingling, pale or blue digits, coldness, inability to move them, extreme tightness, or fever and foul odor, since these can signal dangerous pressure such as compartment syndrome; see the full guidance below to choose the safest next step.
References:
* Mudd, L. M., & Zide, J. (2021). Principles of Cast and Splint Care in Orthopaedic Practice. *Current Reviews in Musculoskeletal Medicine*, *14*(1), 29–37.
* Noor, A., & Noori, S. A. (2018). Common Complications of Casting and Splinting. *Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons*, *26*(2), 98–107.
* Pons, T., Saucisses, F., & Gicquel, P. (2018). Compartment syndrome after cast application: a review of the literature. *Orthopaedics & Traumatology: Surgery & Research*, *104*(4), 539–544.
* Manoli, A., 2nd, & Smith, D. G. (2016). Post-traumatic Edema Management: A Review of Techniques. *Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research*, *474*(12), 2726–2736.
* Clements, N., & O'Hara, N. (2020). Early postoperative swelling in limb injuries: a review. *Trauma Case Reports*, *27*, 100297.
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Diuretics reduce swelling by helping your kidneys excrete extra salt so water follows into urine, easing edema and sometimes blood pressure; they are most appropriate when fluid buildup is from heart, kidney, or liver disease and they treat symptoms rather than the root cause. Not all swelling needs a diuretic and using one without guidance can be risky. There are several factors to consider, including urgent warning signs like shortness of breath or one-sided leg swelling, and safe first steps like elevation, lowering salt, reviewing medications, and talking to a doctor before any water pills; for full medically approved next steps and when to seek urgent care, see below.
References:
* Wingo, C. S., & Gann, M. A. (2018). The Cellular and Molecular Mechanisms of Action of Diuretics. *Seminars in Nephrology*, *38*(4), 304–318.
* Ellison, D. H., & Rutecki, G. W. (2019). Diuretic Resistance in Edema States. *New England Journal of Medicine*, *381*(12), 1148–1157.
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Unhappy With Rhinoplasty? Why Your Nose Is Swelling & Medical Next Steps
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Post-rhinoplasty swelling is very common and can make the nose look wider or uneven for weeks, with subtle refinement continuing for 6 to 18 months, especially at the tip. There are several factors to consider; see the complete guidance below. Stay in touch with your surgeon, follow aftercare, and be patient before considering revision, which is usually assessed after 12 months. Seek prompt medical care if swelling suddenly worsens, pain is severe, redness or warmth spreads, fever or pus appears, or breathing becomes difficult; important details that can affect your next steps are outlined below.
References:
* Miller PJ, Tassone D, Granzow JW. Postrhinoplasty Edema: Pathophysiology and Treatment. Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am. 2017 Aug;25(3):363-370. PMID: 28709848.
* Azimi T, Ruzgar M, Çekic O, Toplu F. Management of Prolonged Edema after Rhinoplasty. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open. 2019 Aug 20;7(8):e2380. PMID: 31485303.
* Sisti A, Tassinari J, Sisti G, Nisi G. Causes of Patient Dissatisfaction After Rhinoplasty. Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2021 Feb;45(1):159-166. PMID: 33136279.
* Ritschl LM, Ritschl P, Staudenmaier R. Long-Term Follow-Up in Primary Rhinoplasty: Swelling Resolution and Aesthetic Outcomes. Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2018 Jun;42(3):805-812. PMID: 29476210.
* Kosowski S, Khoury T, Lam SM. Revision Rhinoplasty: A Review of Indications, Techniques, and Outcomes. Clin Plast Surg. 2020 Jul;47(3):395-407. PMID: 32460980.
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