Puffiness & Edema — Symptoms

What is Puffiness & Edema?

Swelling around the face or eyes due to fluid retention

Caused by excess sodium intake, lack of sleep, allergies, and poor lymphatic circulation. Cold compresses and lymphatic massage can help.

Main causes & characteristics

This condition is understood to involve the retention of fluid and lymphatic fluid in the face or around the eyes, causing a swollen appearance. Excessive sodium intake, insufficient sleep, allergic reactions, and impaired lymphatic circulation are reported to act in combination. It is particularly common to notice pronounced puffiness immediately after waking in the morning.

How to manage

Applying a cold compress with a chilled damp cloth or a refrigerated tool, combined with gentle lymphatic massage to encourage the flow of retained fluid, is generally recommended. Reducing salty food intake while maintaining adequate hydration and regular sleep may help. If swelling persists or is accompanied by pain, consulting a dermatologist is recommended.

Good to know alongside

This is often discussed together with lymphatic circulation, dark circles, and under-eye puffiness. It is helpful to distinguish between simple transient puffiness and allergic edema.

Everyday care tips

Avoiding salty foods and alcohol before bed, and sleeping with your pillow slightly elevated, may help reduce facial puffiness in the morning.

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What is Puffiness & Edema?

Swelling around the face or eyes due to fluid retention. Caused by excess sodium intake, lack of sleep, allergies, and poor lymphatic circulation. Cold compresses and lymphatic massage can help.

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Sources & References

• Korean Dermatological Association
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