Facial edema
Information about Facial edema.
Also called: Facial oedema, Facial puffiness, Facial swelling, Swelling of the face.
Conditions associated with facial edema
The following conditions have been associated with facial edema in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Athyreosis
Athyreosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Chikungunya
Chikungunya is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Hereditary angioedema type 1
Hereditary angioedema type 1 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Hereditary angioedema with C1Inh deficiency
Hereditary angioedema with C1Inh deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptom...
Idiopathic steroid-sensitive nephrotic syndrome with secondary steroid resistance
Idiopathic steroid-sensitive nephrotic syndrome with secondary steroid resistance is a medical condition that ...
IgG4-related dacryoadenitis and sialadenitis
IgG4-related dacryoadenitis and sialadenitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympto...
Isolated thyroid-stimulating hormone deficiency
Isolated thyroid-stimulating hormone deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various sym...
Lassa fever
Lassa fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Lujo hemorrhagic fever
Lujo hemorrhagic fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Netherton syndrome
Netherton syndrome (NS) is a skin disorder characterized by congenital ichthyosiform erythroderma (CIE), a dis...
SUNCT syndrome
SUNCT syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Trichinellosis
Trichinellosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Tests providers may use to investigate facial edema
When investigating facial edema, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside facial edema
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if facial edema is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom facial edema mean?
Facial edema is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Information about Facial edema.
Which conditions are associated with facial edema?
Facial edema has been reported in association with 12 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Athyreosis, Chikungunya, Hereditary angioedema type 1, Hereditary angioedema with C1Inh deficiency, Idiopathic steroid-sensitive nephrotic syndrome with secondary steroid resistance. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about facial edema?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.