Why do pregnant women have swollen eyes?

For pregnant women, have you ever woken up in the morning with swollen and heavy eyes? Pregnant women often have swollen eyes and can be considered normal. Even in this case, it should also be noted that age and fatigue can give a more important appearance to the bags under the eyes.

Swelling around the eyes or medical terms Periorbital swelling is often caused by a buildup of fluid in the tissue around the eye, which is called an orbital. Small swelling is usually seen only in the lower part of the eye, although in some cases it can also be seen around the eyes. The eye or periorbital tissue is the area of swelling that is most clearly seen when you wake up, perhaps due to the gravity factor when your body lies down, making it fluid that falls back into this tissue.

 

Here are some of the causes of swollen eyes in pregnant women.

• Water retention or retention. With the baby's weight gain, blood vessels in the abdomen and legs also experience pressure that forces body fluids to remain in control in certain areas, such as the eyes or body. This results in swelling of the eyes and facial skin, as well as other related areas of the body.
• Sleep deprivation Panda eyes, dark circles around the eyes and swollen eyes are the appearance of pregnant women in general, especially in the third trimester. Indeed, pregnant women often have difficulty sleeping soundly at night, especially when it is difficult to find a comfortable position. Finally, fatigue and poor circulation can cause the formation of dark circles and bags under the eyes.
• Consume too much salt. This can increase water retention and can cause eye swelling.

How to beat swollen eyes

The ideal solution to overcome eye swelling is to sleep better. But for instant handling steps, you can do the following.

• Compress eyes with cold water. Wet the cloth with ice water and place it on your eyes for a few minutes. Cold temperatures cause blood vessels to contract, preventing the flow of fluid to the tissues around the eyes. In the end, this is effective in removing swelling.
• Change your diet and lifestyle for the better. For example by reducing salt intake or prioritizing consumption of foods rich in vitamins. You can also ask your doctor or midwife for advice on recommended foods and lifestyle.
• Raise your head while you sleep. Use a few pillows to support the head to prevent the buildup of fluid that causes eye swelling due to gravity.
• Cosmetic manipulation. If you feel swollen eyes interfere with your appearance, you can also use cosmetic makeup to hide it. Use eye creams or creams that contain peptides and aloe vera. These ingredients will help moisturize the eye area and reduce swelling. In the meantime, try using a whitening cream for the eyes even though the results aren't immediately apparent. Therefore, if you want to get rid of panda eyes immediately before going to a party, also use a concealer specifically designed for the eye area.

Swollen eyes are usually only a slight appearance disturbance for some time, but if the swelling that occurs is severe and prolonged despite the above measures, consult your doctor to anticipate possible signs of serious medical problems.

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