Can Your Face Swell from Anesthesia? Understanding the Causes
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Facial swelling after surgery is an expected bodily response, with general anesthesia being a contributing factor [1.7.3]. Anesthetics can cause blood vessels to dilate and leak fluid into surrounding tissues, leading to temporary puffiness [1.7.3]. So, can your face swell from anesthesia? Yes, for several reasons.