The swelling area can help a doctor identify the problem. For example, an infection may cause swelling in only one cheek. Cheek and gum swelling often indicates an infection of the gums or a tooth ...

Cortisol has become a buzzword on social media over the past few years, and right alongside that, we have "cortisol face." Also known as a "moon face," the term describes a swollen or puffy face ...

A puffy face in the morning is often due to fluid retention. While a person is asleep, fluid can accumulate in the face, resulting in a puffy appearance. This should get better when a person gets up.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." NOTICING THAT YOUR face looks a little puffy or outright swollen can be a shocking sight. Usually, facial ...

Facial bloating isn’t just about water weight—it’s often a mix of inflammation, sodium, dehydration, gut imbalance, and even hormonal shifts. When your body holds onto excess fluid, your face is one ...

If you've been on social media recently, chances are you've heard about "cortisol face," a term to describe facial swelling or puffiness, allegedly caused by high levels of the stress hormone cortisol ...

Purging in bulimia by vomiting can make the face and cheeks appear swollen or puffy due to effects on the salivary glands. The glands typically return to their usual size after habitual vomiting stops ...

Dr. Omar Al-Heeti is an assistant professor of medicine at Southern Illinois University and practices internal medicine with a specialty in infectious diseases. He received his medical degree from the ...