Facial Swelling
Facial swelling, or facial edema has a variety of causes including injury, inflammation, allergic reactions or fluid retention. Specific parts of the face may also have swelling: lip swelling, cheek swelling, etc.
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Causes
Facial swelling usually refers to a fairly large amount of swelling of the face. More localized swelling might be more
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- Burns: Burns are injuries to the exposed skin or other membranes such as the mouth or throat (swallowed burns). Types include
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- Angioedema: Angioedema is a swelling under the skin that can occur in various locations. It is different from hives (urticaria), but
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