Question
Why are a child’s eyelids red and swollen?
Answer
Red and swollen eyelids in children may be caused by eyelid edema, which has various causes. These include physiological eyelid edema, such as insufficient sleep, excessive sleep, or a pillow that is too low, as well as pathologic eyelid edema. It is recommended to take the child to a hospital for examination to determine the cause and receive appropriate treatment.