Circles under the eyes: causes of illness in women, methods of treatment
The content of the article:
- Overwork and lack of sleep
- Incorrectly selected cosmetics
- Vegetovascular dystonia
- Age changes
- Kidney disease
- Allergy
- Liver disease
- Anemia
- Hyperpigmentation
- Video
The cause of circles under the eyes of a woman can be not only fatigue, but also various diseases. This symptom could indicate kidney or heart problems. In most cases, it is the psychological discomfort that makes many women see a doctor. It is worth noting that the occurrence of bruises in the periorbital zone does not always indicate the presence of pathology.
The appearance in women of dark circles under the eyes can be associated with various reasons.
One of the reasons for this phenomenon may be a small amount of subcutaneous fat, through which blood vessels are visible (more often this feature is observed in people with an asthenic type of constitution). With deep-set eyes, the effect is simply created that a woman has black circles.
Bad habits are often the cause of pathology. Smoking and alcohol abuse leads to poor circulation and a lack of oxygen in the tissues of the body.
How to get rid of dark circles under the eyes in women? In order to fix the problem, you first need to find out what exactly caused the bruising under the eyes. Sometimes they can be removed in a few minutes.
Overwork and lack of sleep
The most common cause of bruising and edema of the periorbital zone is lack of sleep and overwork. An adult must sleep at least 7 hours a day for the body to function normally. If this period is shortened, this will lead to the depletion of energy reserves.
Lack of sleep and overwork is one of the common causes of bruising and swelling.
In order to compensate for the lack of nutrients and oxygen, blood flow increases. The overflow of blood vessels leads to the fact that the skin of the periorbital zone acquires a dark shade.
If the circles in the periorbital region occur due to lack of sleep or fatigue, you can get rid of the problem by correcting the daily routine. You can temporarily improve the condition using cosmetics or special masks.
Incorrectly selected cosmetics
Cosmetics can cause bruising under the eyes. Incorrectly selected creams that are not suitable for a particular skin type can trigger an allergic reaction.
To avoid the appearance of bruises under the eyes, the choice of cosmetics must be approached responsibly
You also need to use high-quality decorative cosmetics, since cheap products, also applied in large quantities, help to close the pores. The skin of the periorbital region is very thin and sensitive, therefore, the choice of cosmetics must be approached responsibly.
Vegetovascular dystonia
Circulatory disorders can cause circles under the eyes. Since the skin in this area is too thin, and the amount of subcutaneous fat is insignificant, venous congestion immediately manifests itself in the form of bruises. This pathology is more common in women than in men.
An important sign of vegetative-vascular dystonia is blood pressure drops.
Vegetovascular dystonia can develop at any age as a result of diseases of the nervous system, frequent stressful situations or disturbances in the work of the heart. Additional signs of cardiovascular disease include:
- blood pressure surges;
- headaches and dizziness;
- fast fatiguability;
- sleep disorders.
Age changes
Circles under the eyes in women can appear with age. The skin of the lower eyelid and the layer of subcutaneous fat become thinner, and the skin becomes less elastic, as a result of which the capillaries begin to appear.
With age, there is a violation of the vascular tone, including in the periorbital region
Also, with age, the tone of the vessels is disturbed, and their walls become more fragile. Therefore, it is not uncommon for erythrocytes to pass from the lumen of the vessels into the tissues, which is accompanied by the appearance of dark circles that are difficult to treat.
In order to prevent the appearance of bruises, it is necessary to lead a healthy lifestyle, eat rationally and sleep at least 7 hours a day. It is necessary to choose the right medicinal cosmetics and use them regularly.
You can get rid of dark circles using mesotherapy. With the help of injections, preparations containing vitamins, amino acids, collagen, elastin or extracts of various plants are injected subcutaneously. The procedures are carried out twice a week. The course of treatment is from 4 to 10 procedures, depending on the condition of the skin.
Kidney disease
Dark circles are often indicative of diseases of the urinary system. Fluid retention and the accumulation of toxins lead to swelling and bruising under the eyes. They are most pronounced in the morning hours, and gradually disappear during the day.
Other symptoms of kidney disease include:
- disorders of urination;
- lower back pain;
- blood in the urine;
- increased blood pressure;
- swelling.
To eliminate the problem, you need to get rid of the underlying disease. In complex treatment, antibiotics, diuretics, antispasmodics are used. They are appointed by a doctor after a face-to-face consultation and testing.
Allergy
The appearance of circles under the eyes can provoke an allergic reaction to cosmetics, pollen, animal dander, dust or chemicals. If a woman is often in contact with allergens, then she gets bruises all the time.
Allergies can be accompanied by itchy eyes
Additional allergy symptoms include:
- redness of the eyes and watery eyes;
- sneezing and runny nose;
- itching in the periorbital region;
- rash and peeling of the skin.
Antihistamines or corticosteroids are used to treat allergies. Together with the symptoms of the disease, edema and bruising in the periorbital zone disappear.
Liver disease
In some cases, the appearance of dark circles under the eyes indicates the presence of liver pathologies. This is due to vascular damage and the accumulation of toxic substances in the body.
Other symptoms of liver disease include:
- bitterness in the mouth;
- indigestion;
- nausea and vomiting;
- dull pain in the right hypochondrium.
In this case, treatment of the underlying disease is necessary. In complex therapy, hepatoprotectors, antispasmodics, antibiotics and enzymes are used.
Anemia
Bruising often results from a decrease in hemoglobin. In this case, the skin becomes pale, and the eyes sink, against which the dark circles are very pronounced. Anemia can be associated with poor nutrition, when the diet lacks foods rich in iron, folic acid, B vitamins.
With anemia, dark circles against a background of pale skin are very pronounced
Also, the number of red blood cells in a woman's blood decreases during menstruation and during pregnancy. Anemia can be a sign of blood disorders or neoplasms.
Other signs of anemia include:
- frequent dizziness;
- dyspnea;
- constant tiredness;
- decreased performance.
In this case, the treatment of dark circles under the eyes in women is carried out with the help of iron supplements and normalization of nutrition.
Hyperpigmentation
Causes of periorbital hyperpigmentation include:
| The reasons | Description |
| Age | The appearance of circles can be associated with age-related skin changes |
| Diseases of various systems and organs |
Pathologies of internal organs (liver, gallbladder, kidneys) Increased activity of melanin-producing cells Hormonal imbalance · Diabetes Inflammatory diseases of the skin |
| External factors | Dark spots under the eyes can appear as a result of exposure to ultraviolet radiation. Often, increased skin pigmentation occurs in women who abuse tanning beds or spend a long time in the open sun |
You can get rid of the problem with the help of special masks or compresses, which include protein and lemon juice. Also in this case, whitening cosmetic creams are used. For liver disease and hormonal problems, medication is necessary.
If it is impossible to mask dark spots on the face, and prolonged rest does not give visible results, you should consult a dermatologist. If you have additional symptoms, you may need to consult a urologist, cardiologist, gastroenterologist, therapist, allergist or endocrinologist.
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Anna Kozlova Medical journalist About the author
Education: Rostov State Medical University, specialty "General Medicine".
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