In addition to cosmetic problems, dark circles under the eyes are a signal of distress for the body. Their appearance cannot be ignored, since the unpleasant consequences of diseases can be prevented in time. What are the reasons for the appearance of dark circles and how to effectively combat this phenomenon, Joinfo.ua will tell you.
What causes dark circles to form under the lower eyelid?
Any long-term changes in the blood flow, in the vascular wall, and in the composition of the blood, among other things, can be expressed in the appearance of color changes in this area - bruises under the eyes.
There are three diseases that cause circulatory problems in this area. They are the ones that require immediate treatment in order for dark circles under the eyes to disappear forever:
- vegetative-vascular dystonia
- liver and gallbladder diseases
- kidney inflammation or kidney failure
There are bruises from overwork , but they can be easily distinguished from painful circles - they appear late in the evening after physical activity and by the morning after a long rest these bruises disappear. With bruises from overwork, there is one characteristic sign in the form of dilation of the blood vessels of the eyeball - redness of the eyes.
Redness of the eyes and bruising occur due to allergic reactions and inflammatory processes in the eye area.
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Causes of kidney swelling
It is worth understanding that it is edema and swelling of the face/arms/legs that are the first signs of poor-quality kidney function.
It is worth understanding that it is edema and swelling of the face/arms/legs that are the first signs of poor-quality kidney function. And if they are additionally loaded in the evening with a large amount of liquid, alcohol or salty food, then the morning picture will not please them at all. Since facial puffiness is one of the clinical signs of nephrotic syndrome in the following pathologies of the urinary organs:
- Pyelonephritis. Simply put, an inflammatory process in the calyx-pelvic region of the kidneys. As a rule, it develops against the background of a previous viral infection. In this case, bacteria/Escherichia coli, etc. penetrate the kidneys, where they stimulate the inflammatory process. The pathology can occur quite latently with unexpressed symptoms, which are often interpreted as tired person syndrome.
- Glomerulonephritis. Or inflammation of the glomerular apparatus of the kidneys. It develops as an independent disease after suffering from hypothermia. In this case, the kidneys simply do not have time to filter the blood, which leads to excessive swelling.
- Benign and malignant formations in the kidneys. Growing in the kidney parenchyma, such tissues compress the vessels of the urinary organs (nephrons), which leads to a decrease in kidney function.
- Nephropathy of pregnancy. In expectant mothers, the growth of the fetus and uterus moves the kidneys up or down relative to their normal position. In this case, the urinary tract and ureters become overloaded, making it difficult to evacuate urine. Accordingly, fluid is retained in the body.
- Toxic nephropathy. Or simply severe poisoning of the body with toxic substances, which leads to kidney failure. At risk are alcoholics and drug addicts, people working in chemical and toxic industries.
In addition, it is worth understanding that nephrotic syndrome (namely reduced kidney function) can also develop as a pathology concomitant with other diseases. These are:
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- Heart failure;
- Liver failure;
- Problems with blood vessels;
- Autoimmune processes in the body;
- Viral infections;
- Diseases of the lymphatic system;
- Urolithiasis disease.
How to distinguish harmless bruises from those that are a symptom of a dangerous disease?
The difference between hereditary bruises and others is that they appear from early childhood and do not go away throughout life.
Bruises, which are an indicator of disease, can occur at any age, appear at certain times of the day and may also disappear. To avoid having to guess whether bruises under our eyes are dangerous or safe, it is better to consult a doctor.
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Diagnosis and treatment
Direct treatment should be started only after the exact cause has been established. If the problem is an incorrect lifestyle, you need to try to normalize your sleep and be in the fresh air more often. If after a few days the circles do not disappear, then you should immediately consult a doctor for a diagnosis. It will show the exact reason.
After the examination, the doctor prescribes treatment with recommendations regarding nutrition and lifestyle. Sometimes, when bruises appear due to complex organ diseases, only diet and following certain recommendations can minimize unpleasant manifestations on the face. Sometimes the intervention of a cosmetologist is required. He selects skin products that will help saturate the cells with oxygen. By the way, sometimes cosmetics, even skincare, cause bags to appear. This is due to its expiration date, cheapness or the content of harmful substances.
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How to get rid of bruises under the eyes: a brief description of bruises and the diseases that cause them
Vegetative-vascular dystonia and venous network under the eyes
The least common type of bruise is called mesh veins . Many consider it to be an anatomical feature, but in fact, it may conceal a chronic disease associated with poor circulation. This type of circles under the eyes indicates vegetative-vascular dystonia, which can subsequently transform into hypertension and develop into heart problems.
This disease is characterized by:
- fast fatiguability
- dyspnea
- swelling of the ankles
- sudden change in weight (up to 1.5 kg daily) due to fluid redistribution
- cough with white mucus or a hearty cough in late stages of cardiovascular dystonia
If you have bruises and swelling under your eyes in the late afternoon, and have at least one of the symptoms listed above, you should urgently contact a cardiologist , as there may be problems with the cardiovascular system. What needs to be done urgently:
- stop lack of sleep, get proper sleep up to 8 hours
- exclude coffee, chocolate, fatty and smoked foods from your diet
- Limit salt intake as it interferes with fluid excretion
- increase the amount of movement - regular walks in the fresh air
- keep your weight under control through healthy eating
- give up bad habits: smoking, alcohol
This type of dark circles under the eyes with a blood network can occur in women due to hormonal changes in women . Estrogen, a female sex hormone, promotes fluid retention in the body. Hence, swelling and bruising can occur due to hormonal imbalance with accompanying symptoms of irritability and drowsiness.
Learning to disguise dark spots under the eyes is important, but even more important is getting rid of the causes that cause them.
Liver, gallbladder and yellow-brown bruises
The second most common type of bruise may indicate a disease of the internal organs. In this case, the circles under the eyes are yellow, sometimes even with a brown tint. The cause of such spots is congestion or inflammation of the liver and gallbladder, in which the content of the yellow pigment - bilirubin - increases in the blood. In the image we see the first degree of liver disease. The higher the degree of the disease, the more pronounced the yellow circles and swelling.
What symptoms, besides bruises, accompany liver disease?
Liver diseases, in addition to yellow circles and swelling, are characterized by:
- bitter feeling in the mouth
- heaviness in the stomach
- belching after eating fatty foods
- intolerance to fatty foods (heartburn)
- lack of appetite
- indigestion
- bowel movement disorder
How often can this disorder occur?
With stagnant processes, stool becomes less frequent, and diarrhea may occur periodically. Sometimes constipation appears for 2-3 days, and then the body tries to cleanse itself and loose stools appear.
With this disease, not only the frequency of bowel movements is important , but also the color - stool takes on a lighter shade with liver and gallbladder disease. With liver disease, dry and flaky skin may appear, mainly on the palms and soles. Symptoms such as vomiting and pain in the right hypochondrium in the liver area appear at the last stage of the disease.
How to prevent liver disease?
If you start treatment on time and exclude prohibited foods from your diet, you can prevent the disease.
Most of all, the liver destroys ethanol , a substance that is fundamental to alcohol. But the liver can be even more damaged by taking medications and alcohol at the same time.
Many medications are hepatotoxic, meaning they are toxic to the liver. Popular, commonly used antibiotics . When taking antibiotics, it is necessary to take probiotics and hepatoprotectors in parallel. They protect the liver and the entire body from the acute effects of antibiotics.
Inflammation of the kidneys, kidney failure and bags, blue under the eyes
The third type of bruises - blueness and bags under the eyes - occur with kidney problems. What symptoms, besides bruises, accompany kidney disease:
- temperature increase
- frequent urination
- bad breath
- dry mouth
Over time, with inflammation of the kidneys, as with kidney failure, frequent urination becomes rare. This suggests that the kidneys can no longer cope with the load and eliminate fluid.
How much is fluid excretion from the body reduced?
On average, the norm is to urinate up to 8 times a day. In the final stages of the disease, urination may be reduced to two times a day.
What are the consequences of kidney disease?
If you have bags under your eyes with dark bruises, you should immediately consult a doctor. What happens if you don’t see a doctor on time:
- skin turns gray
- blood pressure increases
- the skin may give off an unpleasant odor
- an unpleasant odor appears from the mouth
How to prevent further development of kidney disease?
To prevent the disease from progressing further, it is necessary to limit your consumption of the following foods:
- spices
- salt
- protein food
- alcohol
Why do you have problems with protein intake? The diet, including the supply of protein to the body, is adjusted, depending on the functional state of the kidneys.
How to avoid kidney disease, what should you do?
Drinking regime is extremely important in preventing kidney diseases . You need to drink 2-2.5 liters of fluid per day . The quality of water is of great importance, so it is necessary to avoid hard water, as it is rich in calcium salts, it is better to use filtered water or buy special drinking water.
Prevention of kidney disease depends on nutrition. It is advisable to minimize the consumption of meat broths, alcohol, cocoa and chocolate . Lenten soups are welcome. These recommendations will help in the prevention of kidney diseases, except those caused by infection or the presence of pathogenic microbes. Normal physical activity is the key to healthy kidneys . And at least once every 3 years, get examined, even if nothing bothers you.
Bruises and swelling of the third type may indicate the presence of worms , especially in children (bloating, problems with bowel movements).
You learned what needs to be done to prevent diseases that cause bruising under the eyes, swelling, and redness of the eyeball .
Now let’s look at what cosmetic procedures will help not hide dark circles under the eyes, but get rid of them.
Clinical picture
If you have problems with the kidneys, swelling will be equal throughout the body.
If morning swelling on the face and body is caused by problems with the urinary organs, then in combination with puffiness the following symptoms will appear:
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- Symmetrical swelling. So, in case of problems with the kidneys, swelling will be equal throughout the body, while problems with the maxillary sinuses or blood vessels will produce swelling only from the side of the pathological process (located thrombosed vessel or inflamed maxillary sinus).
- Mobility of swelling. That is, when changing body position, it will go down to the legs.
- Rapid reduction of swelling during kidney treatment. In the case of other causes of puffiness, the swelling subsides more slowly.
- Pain in the lumbar region. However, it may not always manifest itself, especially if the process occurs in a chronic form.
- Change in diuresis. A decrease or increase in the urge to go to the toilet also indicates problems with the urinary system.
- Weakness and fatigue. They may be signs of the initial stage of intoxication of the body.
- Headache. They indicate azotemia (saturation of the body with protein breakdown products).
- High blood pressure. Moreover, against the background of renal pathology, it is not corrected by medications.
Recommendations from a cosmetologist
Of course, the problem of circles under the eyes is a medical problem. But, if you have already gone to the doctor, found some reason, or it so happens that you have not found the reason, this is still no reason to despair.
The main thing is not to try to mask the problem of dark circles under the eyes with cosmetics , but rather to solve it with the help of a universal mask that suits everyone.
Universal mask against dark circles under the eyes
A quick-acting mask that can be used by both men and women - it only takes 5 minutes to implement.
Ingredients:
- potatoes, grated on a fine grater - 2 level teaspoons
- fresh cucumber, grated - 2 level teaspoons
- parsley and dill, finely chopped - 2 teaspoons (the smaller the better)
- olive oil, which contains a huge amount of vitamin E - half a teaspoon
- fat sour cream - 1 teaspoon
Mix and place the mixture on cotton pads. Apply to the eye area for 1 minute. In total you will need about three approaches .
Recommendations for those who have dark circles under their eyes from birth
I gave almost no recommendations to those who have circles under their eyes from birth . So they can just disguise them with all sorts of cosmetic methods. There are a great many similar recommendations on how to use folk remedies or cosmetics on the Internet. To avoid describing them and repeating them, I recommend watching the following video:
Simple and accessible ways to disguise bruises and relieve swelling are shown very clearly in the video and I hope that they will be useful to you.
The result of applying the recommendations of a doctor and cosmetologist. Photo
See how people who suffer from bruises can be transformed. And all because the patients treated those organs that were causing problems with blood circulation .
Knowing the symptoms and following doctors' recommendations is beneficial, while simple cosmetic disguise does not solve the problem itself - how to get rid of bruises under the eyes.
The most optimal and only correct solution in the presence of dark circles under the eyes: undergo an examination and course of treatment prescribed by the doctor depending on the causes of dark spots. This will help normalize the problem that caused disruption of the circulation of blood vessels and was the cause of bruises and swelling under the eyes ...
Only in this case can you get rid of bruises forever . And after treatment, cosmetic correction of bruises is possible, if they have not disappeared yet...
Now you know how to get rid of dark circles under your eyes. I wish you health and a life without dark circles under your eyelids!
