Swelling: Causes & Reasons

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Possible Causes for swelling

Vulvitis

SYMPTOMS—They include burning, severe pain, pruritus, redness, swelling, ulceration, pustular formation, edema, and vesicular itching. [medical.tpub.com]

Granulomatous cheilitis and granulomatous vulvitis are rare disorders characterized by painless swelling of lips and vulva, respectively. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

We report two cases of labial swelling (oral and vulvar) with a granulomatous histology in patients with a history of Crohn's disease. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Insect Bite

The postmortem examination revealed swelling and desquamation of skin and erythema on the left arm extending below the elbow. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

A recent severe flare was associated with markedly elevated inflammatory markers and swelling of the left leg. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

However, the condition worsened with increasing pain, loss of sensation, tense swelling, and severe pain to any stretch of the tissues. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Vaginitis

Redness and swelling in the vaginal or vulva area could be signs of vaginitis. This common vulvar and vaginal inflammation affects girls and women of all ages. [rush.edu]

irritation, redness and itchiness in the vulvar and vaginal region; swelling and pain in the area of the vagina; pain while urinating; pain during sexual intercourse. [itss.gouv.qc.ca]

Vaginitis symptoms include the following: Itching and irritation in the genital area Redness and swelling around the labia Unusual vaginal discharge Fishy vaginal odor Burning [rush.edu]

Lipedema

Minimal swelling possible. [en.wikipedia.org]

[…] type Non-pitting edema Pitting edema later non pitting No edema Lots of edema; some pitting; some fibrosis Often edema, but can also occur without edema in earlier stages [lipedema.net]

Lipedema is a condition characterized by diffuse, bilaterally symmetrical, painful swelling of the legs and buttocks. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Rosacea

Swelling: Facial swelling ( edema ) can occur independently or can accompany other signs of rosacea. [my.clevelandclinic.org]

Swelling: Facial swelling (edema) can occur independently or can accompany other signs of rosacea. [my.clevelandclinic.org]

Rosacea may also result in reddened skin, scaling and swelling of affected areas. [web.archive.org]

Gingivitis

He also presented with swelling of both lips which was recurrent and for the same duration of 3 years. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

During pregnancy, swelling, especially of the interdental papillae, is likely to occur. [msdmanuals.com]

CASE REPORT: This paper reports a 16 year old male with a complaint of bleeding and swelling of gingiva since 3 years. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Sinusitis

In cases where periorbital swelling complicating sinusitis is diagnosed, clinical findings of swelling and erythema extending beyond the orbital region into the cheek should [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

This may include a nasal steroid spray that reduces the swelling around the sinus passages and allows the sinuses to drain. [web.archive.org]

The same things that can cause swelling in the nose, allergies or infection, can also affect the sinuses. When the tissue inside the sinuses swells, mucus increases. [aafa.org]

Ligament Tear

Anti-inflammatory medication and pain relief will help to reduce swelling and ease pain. [nsmi.org.uk]

Grade 3 — Considerable pain and tenderness at the inner side of the knee; some swelling and marked joint instability. [cedars-sinai.edu]

Grade 3 — Considerable pain and tenderness at the inside of the knee; some swelling and marked joint instability. [cedars-sinai.org]

Fracture

And these features are : • Pain • Deformity • Edema • Loss of function • Muscle spasm • Muscle atrophy • Abnormal movement • limitation of joint motion • shock The answer [physio-pedia.com]

Reported adverse effects include skin tears, swelling, pain and complex regional pain syndrome. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Toe: Pain, swelling, discoloration, and bruising. [my.clevelandclinic.org]

Ganglion Cyst

In this study, we present a rare case of a 76-year-old man with a 3-month history of progressive swelling of right lower extremity and 2-month history of a known inguinal [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Ultrasound examination revealed a cystic swelling filled with hemorrhagic fluid with an hourglass appearance. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Aspiration can reduce the swelling but it often returns. [web.archive.org]

Bronchitis

Acute bronchitis is swelling and inflamed tissue in the main passages that carry air to the lungs. This swelling narrows the airways, which makes it harder to breathe. [nlm.nih.gov]

Your provider may also prescribe corticosteroid medicine to reduce swelling in your lungs. [nlm.nih.gov]

Anemia

On presentation, he reported symptoms of fatigue, shortness of breath, bilateral leg swelling, dizziness (characterized as light-headedness), and frequent heartburn. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

• Painful swelling of hands and feet. The swelling is caused by sickle-shaped red blood cells blocking blood flow to the hands and feet. • Frequent infections. [triblive.com]

[…] of the hands, face, and eyelids (called edema) "Brain Fog" Another symptom commonly described in connection with hypothyroidism is "brain fog." [verywell.com]

Tonsillitis

It is a swelling of the tonsils caused by an infection. The most frequent cause of tonsillitis is a viral virus. [thelymphnodes.com]

Swollen, reddened palatine tonsils Difficulty to swallow (constricted fauces) Ulcerations of the mucous membrane Suppurative, fibrinous coating ("stipple") Fetid breath Swelling [flexikon.doccheck.com]

Depending on the severity of the inflammation, lymph nodes may swell at the angle of the jaw. [pascoe.de]

Third Trimester Pregnancy

Skin changes and swelling The skin changes and swelling you experience continues to show in your third trimester. [babymed.com]

Mild swelling is the result of excess fluid retention ( edema ). [webmd.com]

[…] mood changes – you may be feeling more anxious as your due date nears mild swelling of the ankles and feet and occasionally the hands and face (edema) – this may worsen due [medbroadcast.com]

Upper Respiratory Infection

Typical findings include swelling and redness of the turbinates. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Laryngitis which is swelling of the larynx. Tracheitis or swelling of the trachea. Swelling of both trachea and larynx causing laryngotracheitis. [epainassist.com]

More to Know URIs may cause swelling inside the nose, which is what gives a person that "stuffed up" feeling. [kidshealth.org]

Muscle Strain

ELEVATION: raise the injured joint above the level of the heart (to help drain swelling). [swordsphysio.ie]

The result is pain, inflammation in the muscle tissue, and swelling in the affected area. [blog.gameready.com]

This decreases the swelling. C-Compression : Wrap a bandage over the area to help decrease the swelling. E-Elevation : Elevate the injured area above heart level. [arthrohealth.com.au]

Periodontitis

A complete resolution of lip swelling and cobblestone formation were shown after treatment. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Crosslinker concentrations positively affected swelling index and biodegradation of film due to altered matrix density of the polymer. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

The SMD for swelling was 0.27 (95% CI -0.23 to 0.78) at 24 hours; 0.04 (95% CI -0.47 to 0.55) at 48 hours; and 0.02 (95% CI -0.49 to 0.52) at 72 hours. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Hypertension

Epigastric pain is due to hepatic swelling and inflammation, with stretch of the liver capsule. [web.archive.org]

Swelling alone doesn’t necessarily mean you have PIH. Some swelling is normal during pregnancy. For example, your rings or shoes might become too tight. [familydoctor.org]

Gastrointestinal findings in preeclampsia Right upper quadrant (RUQ) abdominal tenderness stems from liver swelling and capsular stretch. Consider delivery. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Bee Sting

Swelling and/or itching may also occur, but the pain usually disappears over a few hours. [medicinenet.com]

When will the swelling go down? [thesun.co.uk]

The patient presented with severe eye pain, apoplectic visual loss, acute optic disc swelling and minimal signs of ocular inflammation and eyelid edema. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Goiter

This is the best test for thyroid swellings. [patient.info]

What are the main types of thyroid nodules and swellings? [btf-thyroid.org]

Hereditary factors - some people inherit a tendency for a thyroid gland to swell. [patient.info]

Hay Fever

[…] pollen following treatment discontinuation. (4) Adverse effects of Grazax are generally mild to moderate local allergic reactions of short duration, and include itching and swelling [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Swelling here may cause an intense itch in the ears. [dailymail.co.uk]

The swelling of your nasal membranes may also close the sinus drainage openings, causing sinusitis. [webmd.com]

Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma

cheek swelling and paraspinal mass present in one (1%) each. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Hodgkin disease usually begins with a painless swelling of a lymph node, and it may involve lymph nodes anywhere in the body. [britannica.com]

If you find swelling in one of these areas, you must be examined by a physician. [verywell.com]

Acute Sinusitis

Sinusitis is an inflammation, or swelling, of the tissue lining the sinuses. This article describes those at risk, signs and symptoms, diagnosis and treatments. [my.clevelandclinic.org]

The sort of symptoms you should tell a doctor about include: Severe pain and/or swelling at the front of your head. Swelling around the eye. Swelling of the face. [patient.info]

The possibility of acute bacterial sinusitis should be considered in any child with sudden swelling about the orbit. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Arthritis

This can lead to painful swelling. Calcium crystal diseases tend to clear up on their own. [arthritisresearchuk.org]

Rheumatoid arthritis (ra) is a form of arthritis that causes pain, swelling, stiffness and loss of function in your joints. [icd9data.com]

Glucocorticoids can rapidly alleviate joint swelling and pain. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Pharyngitis

Laryngeal fiberscopy revealed bilateral vocal cords almost fixed at the median position, with mucosal redness, swelling, and edema at the hypopharyngeal area. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

On physical examination fever (39.2 degrees C), exudative pharyngitis, tenderness and swelling in the left anterior cervical area were noted. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

(especially unilateral neck swelling). [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Contusion

When the brain is contused, it can swell. Swelling of the brain is a very serious complication of trauma and is called cerebral edema. Image 1: A contusion (bruise). [lhsc.on.ca]

In severe cases swelling and bleeding beneath the skin may cause shock. [web.archive.org]

[…] common in head trauma survivors than are syndromes associated with damage to other areas of the brain.[11] Features[edit] Contusions, which are frequently associated with edema [en.wikipedia.org]

Preeclampsia

This swelling of the brain (cerebral edema) is life-threatening, so “any persistent vision changes should be evaluated by your doctor immediately,” Dr. Soto says. [rd.com]

Symptoms of preeclampsia can include: Swelling of the hands and face or eyes ( edema ) Sudden weight gain over 1 to 2 days or more than 2 pounds (0.9 kg) a week Note: Some [nlm.nih.gov]

Sunburn

High doses of vitamin D taken one hour after sunburn significantly reduce skin redness, swelling, and inflammation, according to double-blinded, placebo-controlled clinical [sciencedaily.com]

Signs and Symptoms of Sunburn These usually occur after 2 to 6 hours of exposure and peak at 12 to 24 hours, may include: Erythema (redness) Edema (swelling) Tenderness and [aimatmelanoma.org]

Reactions to overexposure range in severity from mild redness and tenderness to intense pain, edema (swelling), and blistering; systemic symptoms include shock, chills, fever [britannica.com]

Dermatitis

Stasis Dermatitis A chronic redness, scaling, warmth and swelling on the lower legs. [hon.ch]

Scratching leads to redness, swelling, cracking, “weeping” clear fluid, crusting, and scaling. [niams.nih.gov]

This swelling leads to skin irritation, especially around the ankles. [webmd.com]

Congestive Heart Failure

This "right-sided" heart failure causes swelling (edema), usually in the feet and legs, and sometimes, in the abdomen. [healthcommunities.com]

Swelling (edema) often results. Typically, there’s swelling in the legs and ankles, but it can happen in other parts of the body, too. [cheyenneregional.org]

If the right ventricle fails because of the elevated pressure in the lungs, swelling of the legs and ankles, called edema, may result. [luriechildrens.org]