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Can Allergy Cause Swollen Face And Eyes?

Posted on Mon, 21 Sep 2015

Question: I notice when my seasonal allergies are extreme, ie pollen , ragweed etc, my face and eyes swell?

Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
This is severe form of allergic reaction.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Health Care Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Swelling of face, eyes, lips, hoarseness of voice (angioedema) are seen when allergy is severe.
So during this time you need intravenous injection of antihistamine and steroid drugs for quick recovery.
You should also take combination of antihistamine and anti allergic drugs daily to prevent such episodes.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Drkaushal85 (47 minutes later)

I also have difficulty sleeping when this happens is it related?

Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Yes, this is related.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your follow up question on Health Care Magic.
I can understand your concern.
Yes allergy can cause problem during sleep.
Please let me know which kind of problems you are facing during sleep.
Is it breathing difficulty?
Is it cough?
Please reply me answers of above asked questions, so that I can guide you better.
I will be happy to help you further.
Wish you good health. Thanks.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar