Why Do Children’s Eyelids Swell After Crying?

Question

Why do my child’s eyelids swell when they cry loudly? They only swell when they cry really hard, and it goes down slowly over a few hours. This has never happened before, and I’ve noticed it happening recently.

Answer

For your baby’s current situation, consider the possibility of a blocked tear duct. It is advised not to rub the eyes and to perform gentle massage with light pressure on the lacrimal sac area. Massage this area four times a day, each time pressing gently 5-10 times. If the condition does not improve, it is necessary to return for a follow-up appointment with an ophthalmologist. These are suggestions for the question ‘Why do children’s eyelids swell after crying loudly?’ and I hope they are helpful to you. Wishing you health!