Pale nasolabial triangle causes. Cyanosis (blue lips and skin). Blood vessels are abnormal

Sometimes, only at one glance at a person, doctors manage to suspect that he has some kind of ailment and even make a preliminary diagnosis. So, a lot of information about health can be given by the area of ​​​​the nasolabial triangle - the area bounded by the mouth and the nose itself, and on the sides - by the nasolabial folds.

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The area of ​​​​the nasolabial triangle requires sufficient attention and careful attitude, because:

  • In this area on the face there are especially a lot of blood vessels.
  • The veins located in this area do not have valves, respectively, through them infectious agents can even penetrate into the brain. That is why doctors strongly do not recommend squeezing blackheads in such an area.
  • By the color and condition of the nasolabial triangle, one can judge the presence of some disturbances in the functioning of the body. A change in the normal color of the skin in this area helps in time to detect quite serious diseases in a child and even in adults, who are still asymptomatic.

Of course, a change in the condition of the skin on the face cannot be considered as a 100% symptom of a particular health disorder. An accurate diagnosis can only be made by a doctor, focusing on other signs of the disease and the data of the studies.

White nasolabial triangle

Quite often, the skin on the face looks uneven in color. And if the area of ​​the nasolabial triangle noticeably stands out on the face, becoming pale or blue, this is a serious reason to take a closer look at health. So, such a pathology may indicate:

  • For various disorders in the activity of the heart. In particular, in many children, the blanching or blueness of the nasolabial triangle becomes the first manifestation of a congenital heart disease (of course, we are not talking about serious ailments that can be easily diagnosed shortly after birth). White nasolabial triangle in an adult, it may be a sign of heart failure.
  • Not enough Good work blood vessels, for example, for the presence of spasms, atherosclerosis, violations of elasticity, strength, etc.

  • On the active development of certain diseases associated with the functioning of the respiratory system. Doctors note that the nasolabial triangle often turns pale or turns blue with bronchitis, pneumonia, severe inflammation of the adenoids, bronchial asthma and respiratory failure.
  • On the development of anemia, in which the volume of hemoglobin in the body decreases, and the cells receive less oxygen.

Sometimes the appearance of a white circle or triangle around the mouth is associated with a local disturbance of blood flow in small subcutaneous vessels. A similar situation can be completely normal if a person goes outside in the cold or is very worried.

Red nasolabial triangle

As a rule, the nasolabial triangle in children turns red in response to various allergic reactions. Subsequently, redness may be supplemented by a rash and peeling.

Numbness of the nasolabial triangle

The unpleasant feeling of numbness is not just uncomfortable. Its occurrence in the region of the lips and nose can warn of:

  • cervical osteochondrosis. This pathology can also be manifested by frequent headaches, excessive fatigue, soreness with neck movements.
  • Lack of B vitamins. Also, such a violation often leads to excessive fatigue, memory impairment, lack of concentration, sleep problems, etc.
  • Bell's palsy or facial neuritis. This pathology is difficult to ignore, as it causes pain behind the ears, does not allow the eyelids to fully close, and causes a visually noticeable asymmetry of the face.
  • Neurosis, depression or vegetovascular dystonia.

A single numbness is not a reason to immediately run to the doctor. But if such a symptom worries you periodically and, moreover, is supplemented by other health disorders, it is better to play it safe and undergo a full examination.

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All diseases are reflected in the face.

According to Chinese medicine, which is more than 5 thousand years old, the face is mirror reflection health. If you think about it, then this statement really should contain a particle of truth. It is hardly possible to have a blooming appearance if not everything is safe inside you. Even Lope de Vega in “The Dog in the Manger” says through the lips of the hero: “Health and beauty are inseparable!” But the Chinese went even further: according to the state of the five areas of the face, they can make an approximate diagnosis of your state of health.

Forehead.

According to the rules of Chinese medicine, the forehead corresponds to the element of Fire. She is responsible for the work of the heart and small intestine, and, of course, for the state of mind and spirit.

Looking at the forehead, look for any color changes. Redness and an abundance of red blood vessels indicate problems with the heart. The darker shade of the forehead compared to the rest of the face indicates some digestive problems, but most likely minor ones. A change in the color of the forehead can also be the result of strong emotional upheavals. In people prone to stress and strong emotions, a large number of wrinkles appear on the forehead, and, as a rule, a crease between the eyebrows.

A heart attack can sometimes be predicted by the faint green-blue tint of the forehead. You should be wary if the appearance of such a shade is accompanied by other symptoms of heart problems: strong heartbeat, dizziness, difficulty breathing, or pain in the left arm.

Noc.

The nose corresponds to the element of the Earth, which is responsible for the work of the stomach, spleen and pancreas.

Suddenly jumped a pimple on the tip or on the side of the nose? Not everything is as harmless as it seems! This pimple indicates some kind of disorder in your digestive system. Remember what you ate the day before? Lots of spicy, fried, smoked or fatty foods? Or maybe you ate some chocolate? If the answer to at least one question is yes, then perhaps the problem is only in your choice of food. By the way, the appearance of such a seemingly insignificant pimple may be accompanied by indigestion, diarrhea or constipation.

Red capillaries and red spots on the bridge of the nose may indicate alcohol abuse or stress, which also affects the digestive tract.

The chin.

The chin area belongs to the element of Water, which is associated with the functioning of the kidneys and the genitourinary system, and is also responsible for the functioning of the hormonal system and glands.

Redness, irritation, peeling, darkening, or vice versa, lightening of the area around the mouth and on the chin may indicate problems with the kidneys or bladder. Periodic acne on the chin indicates a hormonal imbalance. The problem most often lies in the body's excess production of estrogen or testosterone, and can be accompanied by irregular periods in women and prostatitis in men.

Pay attention to the area located from the nose to upper lip. This small area reflects the condition of the uterus and ovaries in women and the condition of the prostate and genitals in men. Horizontal folds, peeling or discoloration in this area can signal serious problems in the reproductive area, up to endometriosis, uterine fibroids or infertility.

According to Chinese medicine, people with small chins are genetically predisposed to weak kidneys and problems in the genitourinary system. However, this does not mean at all that every person with a small chin will necessarily have diseased kidneys. This is only a warning about the current trend, so that a person will try to make appropriate changes in his lifestyle and prevent the onset of the disease.

Right cheek.

The right cheek corresponds to Metal, which is responsible for the functioning of the lungs and large intestine.

Problems with the lungs or large intestine will show up as discoloration, peeling, and skin problems on the right cheek. Small pimples, redness, or a flaky speck can either herald the imminent onset of a cold or bronchitis, or indicate more serious problems with the lungs.

People who are prone to respiratory allergies and asthma often develop red, flaky or scaly eczema, or an area with a slight green-blue tint, specifically on the right cheek. The appearance of such eczema or a similar shade may indicate the imminent onset of an allergic or asthma attack, which allows you to take preventive measures.

Left cheek.

The left cheek corresponds to the "Wood" element, which is responsible for the functioning of the liver and gallbladder, as well as for the functioning of the nervous system.

Prominent capillaries and redness, especially close to the wings of the nose, indicate possible inflammation or congestion (accumulation of toxins) in the liver. A yellowish tint under the left eye indicates either the presence of gallstones or high levels of cholesterol or triglycerides, which are produced by the liver and gallbladder systems.

Various problematic marks on this part of the face can also signal an unstable emotional state, such as anxiety, anger or depression. Protruding veins, redness, or a rash on the left cheek may signal high pressure or hidden anger.

Remember that there are many ways in which the body warns us of disorders and diseases. And it is not always the occurrence of pain. On the contrary, pain indicates that the disease is already running or has passed into an acute or chronic stage. You don't have to wait for it. Listen to your inner feelings and keep an eye on outer symptoms to prevent minor disturbances before they become serious illnesses. I hope that the proposed method will help you in this a little.

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Self-diagnosis.

Skin diagnostics

BY THE CONDITION of the skin, one can fairly accurately judge the violations of the functions internal organs and glands. So, pallor of the face usually indicates low blood pressure, anemia, peripheral circulatory disorders,. Extreme pallor of the face indicates not quite healthy lungs and severe digestive disorders.
The yellowish tint of the skin of the face indicates violations of the functions of the liver or gallbladder, and the red color indicates increased pressure, a predisposition to a strong heartbeat, and apoplexy. Periodic can be caused by a rush of blood due to menopause, as well as a malignant formation in the small intestine or a tumor of the adrenal medulla.

Too silky skin is a sign of predisposition to rheumatism, gout, kidney disease and Bladder. Dry, rough skin indicates a predisposition to fever and skin diseases. Cold and damp skin is a signal of predisposition to liver diseases. Wrinkled facial skin in young and middle age indicates a disease of the pancreas.

If the skin of the face has a bronze color, then this is a sign of damage to the adrenal glands. Sudden yellowing of the skin of the face is a signal of a violation of the functions of the spleen. A greenish complexion can appear with cancer. If the cheeks are blue-red in color, then we can talk about heart failure.

Pale skin of the forehead is a sign reduced pressure. General pallor, accompanied by sweat on the forehead, indicates a perforated stomach ulcer or appendicitis. With excessive intake of protein in the body and the consumption of fried foods, birthmarks, the so-called liver spots, may appear. Long-term digestive disorders lead to the appearance of acne on the skin.

A cobweb of blood vessels on the skin, like brown spots at the roots of the hair, is a sign of increased stress on the liver. White spots on the skin indicate metabolic disorders.

Expansion of blood vessels on the skin near the mouth indicates gastritis, gastrocolitis.

WHAT DISEASES ARE "WRITTEN" ON THE FACE

A person's physical appearance can tell an experienced clinician just about everything from physical to mental health.

Here are 25 unconditional, confirmed by medical practice manifestations of various diseases on the face:

  1. Many transverse wrinkles on the forehead (accordion-shaped forehead), the manner of raising eyebrows as if in surprise - is typical for people prone to alcoholism.
  2. A “bitter” fold between the eyebrows (especially in combination with tightly compressed lips) indicates that a person has been suffering from some kind of chronic pain syndrome for a long time.
  3. Slightly protruding, shiny eyes that attract and drive you crazy are a sign of thyroid disease.
  4. The yellowness of the sclera of the eyes indicates a diseased liver.
  5. Long, curved, beautiful, fluffy eyelashes are a sign of a pulmonary patient or a person prone to pulmonary pathologies and asthma.
  6. Bags, dark circles under the eyes - diseased kidneys or bladder.
  7. Increased hair loss is a symptom of a serious decrease in immunity after or against the background of a serious illness.
  8. Amimic, mask-like face, facial expressions do not correspond to ongoing events - a symptom of a severe mental illness, especially schizophrenia.
  9. Wrinkled face even in a young man - endocrine disorders.
  10. Red streaks in the sclera are a signal of nervous exhaustion, chronic fatigue.
  11. Elastic facial skin is a sign of health. And flabbiness speaks of premature aging of the skin. This happens in diseases of the metabolism and the gastrointestinal tract.
  12. General puffiness of the face - a sick heart.
  13. An earthy complexion, a “lowered” face is a sign of the development of a tumor disease.
  14. The capillary mesh on the cheeks is a signal of high blood pressure and a tendency to stroke - apoplexy type.
  15. Light spotty pigmentation on a woman's face is a sign of pregnancy.
  16. The appearance of yellowish-brown pigment spots on the face indicates a renal pathology.
  17. Pink, red cheeks and at the same time bluish lips - mitral heart disease.
  18. A bluish pallor of the face is a symptom of anemia or pulmonary pathology. Waxy pallor is a sign of tuberculosis.
  19. Coquettishly ajar mouth is a sign of adenoids, sinusitis.
  20. The lowered corners of the mouth and eyes are an external manifestation of depression.
  21. The lower lip sinks, the volume of the upper lip becomes larger - a sign of oncology.
  22. Dry lips with jams in the corners signal gastritis or a stomach ulcer.
  23. Brittle hair - metabolic insufficiency, beriberi.
  24. Fat, tow hanging hair is a sign of endocrine problems, diseases of the stomach and intestines.
  25. Characteristic brown spots - "bear" skin - in the iris - a sign of a predisposition to oncology.

WHAT WILL THE SKIN, NAILS AND FACE TELL THE DOCTOR?


Oriental diagnostics is a special, very ancient medical art that has been formed over thousands of years. Today, reflexologist, specialist in Chinese and Tibetan medicine, Boris Gezentsvey, tells us about some ways to find out the state of human health.

I KNOW YOUR PAIN BY THE GAIT!

15 signs of various ailments that can be recognized by the appearance of a person
There is such a thing - a picture of the disease. Many internal ailments are literally drawn on our appearance - sometimes with rough strokes, sometimes with subtle halftones. And the assessment of how a person looks, moves, what kind of gait, posture, manner of sitting and standing he has, in many ways helps the specialist to make the correct diagnosis, and then back it up with various studies.
Well, let's get started?
When walking, the shoulders are bent forward, as if protecting the chest and stomach, the head is slightly retracted (like a ruffled sparrow), the manner of clasping hands in a lock on the stomach is a sign of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract: chronic gastritis, stomach ulcers, duodenal ulcers.
When a person is standing or sitting, he often changes his position, fidgets - a sign of a back problem: osteochondrosis or intervertebral hernia.
He walks as if on prostheses, trying to bend his knees as little as possible, takes small steps, he has to make efforts to sit down and especially stand up - problems with the joints: arthrosis, arthritis.
A person walks holding his head like a crystal vase, turns not his neck, but the whole body - cervical osteochondrosis. In combination with general pallor - severe headaches, migraines. If at the same time the head is tilted slightly to one side, we can talk about myositis - inflammation of the neck muscles.
A person is held excessively straight, bends over with his whole body, without bending his back - a sign of Bekhterev's disease.
An uncertain gait, as if a constant search for support, is characteristic of those who suffer from dizziness due to problems with pressure, vegetovascular dystonia.
A shuffling gait, along with lowered shoulders and head, is a symptom of deep depression.
Nervous, as if on hinges, gait, excessive gesticulation even during a calm conversation is a sign of neurosis, psychopathy.
Inhibition of movements, low mobility, stiffness of the hands are a sign of a serious mental disorder up to schizophrenia.
Even a barely noticeable trembling of the head speaks of atherosclerosis of cerebral vessels or neurological problems (in young people this is often post-traumatic parkinsonism). Hand trembling speaks more of a vascular pathology.
It is easy to "calculate" a person who has had a microstroke, according to the gait falling on one side and characteristic movements: the arm is pressed to the body, the leg is laid aside.
Cautious gait, fear of hurting something, hands pressed to the body - some kind of chronic pain syndrome.
A trembling gait, as if a person is stepping on hot coals, is a sign of gout or polyarthritis.
A person walks with legs apart, as if on stilts, sits mostly sideways - a sign of hemorrhoids.

SELF DIAGNOSIS OF THE ORGANISM BY LANGUAGE

How to learn about malfunctions in the spine, stomach, liver by the language and prevent them?
CURVATURE OF THE FOLD AT THE TIP OF THE TONGUE signals about cervical osteochondrosis. Most likely, this is the result of a sedentary lifestyle, long work with a computer or at a desk.
BEND OF THE FOLD IN THE MID OF THE LANGUAGE - lumbar osteochondrosis, professional drivers and people who spend a lot of time driving usually suffer from it. To avoid osteochondrosis, you need to regularly do a warm-up: a few squats, head rotation are simple but very useful exercises.
REDdening of the tip of the tongue is a sign of weak heart activity, incipient coronary disease. Diseases of the pulmonary system can be judged by changes at the edges of the tongue, closer to the tip. Smokers most often suffer from diseases of the heart and lungs, so such changes in the tongue are a serious reason to quit smoking.
YELLOW ON THE LANGUAGE AND PALATE speaks of liver diseases, chronic cholecystitis.
BY THE PLAQUE AT THE BASIS OF THE LANGUAGE, disturbances in the work of the gastrointestinal tract and kidneys are judged.
IMPRINTS OF TEETH ON THE LANGUAGE - a sign of dysbacteriosis, slagging of the body. In this case, it is worth changing the diet, eating less fatty and fried foods. To tidy up the body, you can take different infusions of herbs. For example, brew 1 tablespoon of St. John's wort with 1 cup of boiling water, leave warm for 30 minutes. Take 1/3 cup 3 times a day before meals for 2-3 weeks.
Trembling of the tongue - a manifestation of neurasthenic syndrome. Here the advice is this: try to improve the psychological situation at home, at work, change your lifestyle.
CRACKS IN THE LANGUAGE can speak of various diseases of the blood, the endocrine system, and kidney pathology. This is where it needs to be looked into the most seriously. A sign of failures in the body is a decrease in taste sensations. There are zones on the tongue that are responsible for the reaction to sweet, sour, salty, bitter. If a person ceases to feel any of these tastes, then we can talk about diseases of the nervous, endocrine systems.

OUR DISEASES ARE WRITTEN ON THE FACE

When something is wrong with our health, we usually run to the doctor and start taking a bunch of all kinds of tests. Or, on the contrary, we bypass the clinic as far as possible, without attaching importance to the malfunctions that appear in the body. Perhaps it will pass! But it turns out that at least a preliminary diagnosis can be made on your own, just by looking at your own reflection in the mirror. True, for this you need some special knowledge.
All this, in general, is not new. The great Aristotle was engaged in physiognomy or the science of the face. Some people have innate skills to quickly determine by the face what we have "behind the soul." We are surprised when a fortune teller on the street quickly and almost accurately determines our emotional state, and sometimes even guesses the diseases that we suffer from. The main "hint" to her in this lesson is our own face. With the emotional state, everything is more or less clear. Representatives of a round, oblong, square, triangular and trapezoidal face have very specific character traits and this has been known since time immemorial. But how can diseases be diagnosed by facial features?
It turns out that diseases leave their indelible imprint on the face of the patient. At one time N.I. Pirogov even compiled an atlas "The face of the patient." He argued that almost every disease leaves its characteristic mark on a person's face. However, the facial diagnostic method has received particular distribution in the countries of the East (especially in China and Korea). No experienced doctor trained in Tibetan medicine will make a diagnosis without a thorough examination of the patient's face. Since then, many followers of physiognomy have appeared.
Let's start with the most common diseases of the heart and blood vessels. Facial features can, for example, predict myocardial infarction. The most reliable diagnostic sign of a possible cardiac "catastrophe" is a violation of sensitivity, up to numbness of the skin area between the chin and lower lip. If you rise higher from this zone, then the presence of a deep wrinkle between the lip and nose indicates a defect in the heart valve. Beginning heart failure is manifested on the face by periodic blue lips. If you notice this in yourself, this is a serious reason for contacting a doctor.
An important sign of increased stress on the heart and circulatory organs is a deep and elongated nasolabial fold on both sides. The narrow back of the nose testifies to the neurosis of the heart.
A red bumpy nose with streaks of blood vessels indicates a high level of blood pressure. Low blood pressure is often manifested by a blue-red color of the nose.
The wings of the nose, which have a blue-red color, are reminiscent of heart disease, and the pallor of the auricles with a characteristic waxy tint is reminiscent of circulatory disorders.
An important diagnostic zone is whiskey. The curved temporal artery protruding under the skin with sharp contours, combined with periodic reddening of the face, indicate a frequent and sharp increase in blood pressure. These people are at high risk of a hypertensive crisis.
Cheeks can be one of the signs of heart problems. With the hollowness of the left cheek, heart disease can be suspected. An indirect sign of early circulatory disorders at a young age is premature graying of the hair.
A short neck indicates a predisposition to heart disease. In addition to heart problems, for the owner of a short neck, the threat of early sclerosis of cerebral vessels is quite real.
Numerous so-called “cosmetic” imperfections on the face can also indicate serious health problems.
So, for example, bags under the eyes, as well as puffiness of the face in general, indicate possible problems with the kidneys or with the thyroid gland.
A whole complex of diseases can be “tell” by suddenly appearing and long-lasting dark circles under the eyes.
The most banal acne is generally a real “map” of diseases located on our face. Depending on their location, it is possible to diagnose both diseases of the reproductive system, and problems with the gastrointestinal tract, nervous and endocrine systems, as well as many other disorders.
But that's not all! An experienced doctor can assess the patient's health even by the condition of his skin (its shade, degree of dryness, etc.).
But still, the person can most of all "calculate" diseases of the central nervous system. American researchers have recently developed a special program for this, capable of recognizing diseases and genetic syndromes. The computer, by analyzing the facial features of the patient, helps doctors with little experience in making a diagnosis. Using photographs of patients, the computer was trained to recognize such rare pathologies as Cornelia de Lange syndrome, fragile chromosome syndrome, and Williams-Beuren syndrome.
The new program represents the face in the form of a scheme of 48 points. By comparing the position of these points and the distance between them with information from the database, the computer recognizes pathologies.
The first attempts gave the correct diagnosis in 60% of cases. When the adjustments were made, and the program began to pay more attention to the eyes, nose, mouth and chin, the effectiveness increased to 76%. Previous works turned out to be less successful - insufficient attention was paid to assessing the parameters of the face in the aggregate.
It is very important that new program allows you to make a preliminary diagnosis long before the appearance of other clinical manifestations of the disease. And this is very important in the case of genetic pathologies. After all, it is possible to carry out medical intervention in a timely manner, which will greatly facilitate the course of the patient's disease in the future.
By the way, German scientists conducted an independent examination of a new computer diagnostic method. “For identification”, the program was offered 55 photographs of people with various pathologies. An accurate diagnosis was made in 76% of cases.
The new program will help scientists find out what ailments the ancient Egyptians suffered from. To do this, several surviving drawings have recently been examined. They studied color portraits found in the oldest mummy burials, which are now kept in the British Museum in London and in the New York Metropolitan Museum of Art. Many portraits depict people suffering from progressive facial hemiatrophy, a disease in which facial features are distorted.

SELF-DIAGNOSTICS: SYMPTOMS OF DISEASES ON THE FACE

Bluish shadow in the inner corner of the eyes: weakness body - kidneys.
"Bags" under the eyes: maybe the urinary system is out of order.
The lower part of the face (with lips) signals the state of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems.
The way the cheekbones and nose look depends on the gastrointestinal tract.
The area around the eyes signals diseases of the genitourinary system.
Dark circles under the eyes: it is quite possible that the liver is overloaded. But sometimes this can be the result of very thin skin through which capillaries shine through.
Peeling, especially near the nose, can have several causes
1. Sunburn is coming off.
2. In summer, skin type often changes and normal skin becomes dry and flaky.
3. In men - perhaps a prerequisite for psoriasis.
Early second chin, loose skin: problems with the endocrine system are likely.
Puffiness above the cheekbones: possible malfunctions in the lymphatic system of the gastrointestinal tract. In men, this can sometimes be a sign of frequent "libation". Eruptions on the temples: there is a possibility of problems with the gallbladder.
Brown spots. Pigmentation often occurs due to ultraviolet radiation and will not go away on its own. Spots can only be removed by a dermatologist. In men, they can also talk about the presence of hormonal problems.
Small white dots. Metabolic disorders are possible, but more often they arise from poor cleansing of the skin and blockage of the sebaceous glands.
Red shapeless spots. Allergic reaction on food, cosmetics or clothing; sometimes appear in the background prolonged stress or after prolonged colds.
Yellowing. Almost always talks about problems with the liver and gallbladder - you need to urgently see a doctor.
Red vascular network. Most often this is a consequence of a sharp temperature drop, but sometimes it indicates a poor condition of the vessels throughout the body; watch your blood pressure!
Acne. At a young age, acne occurs due to the immaturity of the endocrine system, and at a more mature age (after 25 - 28 years) - due to poor skin cleansing. Men can get the infection while shaving.
White spots. Usually they do not appear on the face, but on the neck, chest, shoulders and are called vitiligo. Where this disease comes from and how it is treated, doctors do not yet know for sure, but most doctors consider vitiligo to be a manifestation of nervous strain.

NOSE DIAGNOSIS

Is your nose far from perfect? Do not despair. If you believe Eastern medicine, then the owners of a neat little nose are not at all lucky, since this organ of theirs indicates possible problems with the heart.
Veins of blood vessels on the nose appear not only with heart disease, but also with high blood pressure.
The blue-red color of the nose often indicates low blood pressure.
If a network of blood vessels has appeared around the nose, blood circulation may deteriorate and the veins may become inflamed.
Thickening or blanching of the wings of the nose characterizes lung diseases.
The white tip of the nose signals a violation of blood circulation or a peptic ulcer.
Periodic or persistent redness of the nose can warn of chronic stomach disease.
Bursting blood vessels on the skin near the nose indicate congestion in the body.
A transverse wrinkle on the bridge of the nose indicates a hypofunction of the thyroid gland, and a thickening of the tip of the nose indicates an expansion of the stomach.
Even a slight swelling in the bridge of the nose can indicate an inflammatory process in the nose, including the presence of polyps.

EYE DIAGNOSIS

If you carefully look into our "mirror of the soul", you can accurately recognize not only the mood and true intentions, but also signs of various problems in the body.
Yellowish sclera (whites) of the eyes "beep" about problems with the liver. If it occurs suddenly, combined with general icterus of the skin, fever and brown urine, it is almost 100% hepatitis A (jaundice). Urgently to the hospital!
If the eyes are yellow all the time, then the liver can not cope with the load. This happens with chronic inflammation of the liver and gallbladder, cirrhosis. It is necessary to pass blood tests - general and biochemistry, as well as liver tests.
Watery eyes with inflammatory diseases of the eyelids (blepharitis, conjunctivitis), with infections of the paranasal sinuses (sinusitis). Tearing from one eye and swelling of the area around it may be a sign of advanced pulpitis (inflammation of the soft tissues of the tooth).
Tight bags on the lower eyelids are a sign of heart failure or kidney problems.
Large and flabby bags with bluish streaks give out an avid drinker.
Swollen upper eyelids can be one of the external symptoms of cerebral vascular sclerosis.
Bulging eyes (bilateral exophthalmos) are a clear sign of problems with the thyroid gland, including the manifestation of Graves' disease.
If the eyeball protrudes on one side, it may be a sinus cyst or tumor formation.
Narrow pupils in normal light signal that a person is suffering from some kind of severe pain.
Constricted pupils are also characteristic of drug addicts who use opium derivatives.
Multi-colored eyes (for example, one blue, the other brown) is a congenital pigmentation disorder. This is just a piquant feature that does not affect vision.
Both pupils are evenly wide in some forms of myopia. Such a reaction is possible with a hypertensive crisis.
Very wide pupils, almost unresponsive to light, are typical of atropine-based drugs.
Eye twitching - a nervous tic - a sign of a developing neurosis.
It can also talk about neuralgia of the facial nerves.
Unilateral tics are common in migraines.
Eyelashes can tell something about health. For example, very long and fluffy ones speak of an innate tendency to bronchopulmonary diseases, including tuberculosis and bronchial asthma.
Eyelash loss signals a general decrease in immunity and a lack of B vitamins.
If the eyes turn red and tears begin to flow into three streams, as soon as a person smells a flower or strokes a cat, then we can safely talk about an allergic reaction.
The lowered corners of the eyes are a sign of prolonged depression.
Frequent blinking is a symptom of neurosis (this is especially common in children).
An unblinking gaze, directed as if through the interlocutor, - distinguishing feature a serious neuropsychiatric disorder associated with apathy and "withdrawal into oneself."
Redness of the eyeballs, coupled with inflamed eyelids, betray a person suffering from chronic insomnia.
Vessels in the eyes burst with overstrain of the eye muscles, as well as with drops in intracranial pressure

In adults and children, there are situations when the area between the nose and lips begins to turn pale or blue. Pallor of the nasolabial triangle is often accompanied by redness of the rest of the face and occurs as a result of physical or emotional stress, heat, or various diseases.

What does the pallor or cyanosis of the nasolabial triangle indicate?

  • Doctors say that such a picture may indicate a pathology of the heart. We are not talking about prolapse, and, most likely, about more serious heart diseases.
  • Also, this bell signals vascular dysfunction. If the nasolabial triangle turns pale, then we are talking about a violation of vascular contraction, and blue indicates stagnation of venous blood.
  • The nasolabial triangle can also turn blue during pneumonia.

What needs to be done at the moment when you notice that the child's nasolabial triangle is blue or pale?

  • Visit a neurologist and a cardiologist with your child. It is better to consult with these two experts.
  • Give the body moderate cardio loads, such as cycling.
  • Take a contrast shower, this will help strengthen the blood vessels. It is necessary to start with a minimum temperature difference and in no case be in a hurry to increase it. You don't need temperature shock.
  • Vitamin C. An industrial drug, if necessary, will be prescribed by a doctor, and you, in turn, should increase the amount of currants, strawberries, cabbage and other vitamin vegetables, fruits and berries in your diet.

Especially for readers of "Popular about Health" I will consider the reasons for the appearance of a white nasolabial triangle in an adult and a child. This place on the face has always been considered special, it is quite well supplied with blood, as it contains many blood vessels, a fairly large network of them, and blanching of this place may indicate a number of diseases.

In addition, it is worth noting that performing some invasive interventions on the face in this place, for example, simply removing a pimple, is very dangerous, since you can easily introduce an infection into the blood, which will quickly spread throughout the body and can even provoke the development of sepsis if the wound will not be treated with an antiseptic in time. Therefore, you should be especially careful about this area and try not to injure it, as this is fraught with blood poisoning.

As you know, the nasolabial triangle is limited by the mouth, nose and nasolabial folds. This triangular area contains both venous and arterial vessels. As mentioned above, boils should not be squeezed out in this area, even small pimples, this should only be done by a specialist in the surgical room, otherwise infection may be introduced there. But if it happened that you had to remove a couple of formations, then do not forget to treat these places with an antiseptic solution, which should always be at hand for every person.

In addition, men should be careful when shaving this area so as not to accidentally injure it. After shaving, it is important to lubricate this area with lotion or cologne. When carrying out some cosmetic procedures in salons, it is important to refrain from direct influences on this area. In addition, this nasolabial zone can be used to determine some human conditions, both an adult and a child.

So, what does the color of the skin in this area indicate when it becomes pale and what can it say. The causes of the pale nasolabial triangle in children and adults may be as follows: firstly, it is a pathology of the heart, which can sometimes speak of heart defects; in addition, there may be dysfunctions of blood vessels, in particular a violation of their contraction.

Sometimes, according to this symptom, one can really suspect significant disturbances in the work of the heart, and congenital malformations are not excluded. Therefore, the baby should be shown as soon as possible to a qualified cardiologist who will conduct the necessary diagnostics and prescribe either surgical or conservative treatment for a person.

In addition, in some situations, a white nasolabial triangle can be observed in the pathology of the respiratory system, in particular in a hypoxic state, when the body lacks oxygen in the right amount. In addition, the cause of the pallor of this area may be vegetative-vascular dystonia, which should be treated only by a qualified specialist.

In a child, the nasolabial triangle may turn white against the background of other symptoms: a sharp increase in body temperature, redness of the throat mucosa, the presence of a small, pinkish rash, headache, excessive redness of the cheeks, as well as nausea and vomiting. If all these manifestations are fixed, you should urgently consult a doctor, then the pediatrician may suspect scarlet fever in the baby and prescribe an effective treatment to exclude complications. In this case, the incubation period lasts from two to seven days.

In addition, pallor in an adult nasolabial triangle should also be a reason for a person to see a doctor. A correct diagnosis can only be made by a qualified specialist. Therefore, do not forget that the blanching of this area may be a signal of a malfunction of the body, the cause of which should be clarified by a competent specialist. To find out, the doctor will have to conduct a series of examinations and appoint a person to undergo appropriate tests.

So, if the pallor of this triangle appears even in a child, even in an adult, this is an occasion to consult a doctor. In addition, during this period, the body should be given moderate physical activity, not overloaded. In addition, you can take a contrast shower, which will help strengthen not only the heart muscle, but also the blood vessels.

Another point that will help strengthen the walls of blood vessels is vitamin C. But before taking it, it is very important to consult a doctor. It is useful to introduce foods rich in ascorbic acid into the diet, these include, in particular, strawberries, cabbage, black currants, as well as other fresh berries and fruits.

Any mother should be attentive to her baby, she needs to immediately note if something has changed outwardly, after which she needs to watch the child for some time, and then, if nothing has changed, she should consult a qualified pediatrician.

Conclusion

So, a pale “triangle” between the nose and lips may indicate some kind of pathology that needs to be clarified in a timely manner with the help of diagnostic measures from a qualified doctor. Any symptom, be it a deviation from the norm during appearance, in particular the whitish nasolabial area, which does not change for several days, should be the reason for contacting a specialist.

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Cyanosis is a clinical sign of a number of pathologies in which the skin of patients acquire a blue color. The reason for such changes is the accumulation in the blood of deoxyhemoglobin - hemoglobin, which gave oxygen to the tissues. Blood depleted of oxygen becomes dark, translucent through the skin and makes it cyanotic. This is most clearly seen in places with thinned skin - on the face and ears.

Cyanosis occurs in individuals with circulatory disorders leading to generalized or local hypoxemia.

With insufficient blood supply to the capillaries, acrocyanosis develops, which is manifested by cyanosis of the skin of the fingers and toes, the tip of the nose. This term, translated from ancient Greek, means "dark blue limb."

The severity of cyanosis varies from a barely noticeable cyanosis to a purple color of the skin. Temporary cyanosis occurs when excessive physical activity, persistent cyanosis - with long-term cardiac or pulmonary diseases.

Classification

Central cyanosis is diffuse in nature and the maximum severity. It develops with weak blood arterialization, leading to hypoxia. In the lungs, gas exchange is disturbed, an excess of carbon dioxide accumulates in the arterial blood, which is clinically manifested by blue conjunctiva of the eyes, palate, tongue, mucous membranes of the lips and cheeks, and facial skin. Qualitative and quantitative changes in hemoglobin in the blood lead to a violation of its transport function and hypoxia.

Acrocyanosis is localized on the feet, hands, nose, ears, lips. Peripheral cyanosis is considered a normal variant in the first days of a newborn's life. Its origin is easily explained by the incompletely eliminated germinal type of blood circulation, especially in premature babies. The cyanosis of the skin is aggravated by swaddling, feeding, crying, and anxiety. When the baby is fully adapted to the outside world, cyanosis will disappear.

Cyanosis happens:

  • Permanent and transient, occurring with low blood glucose or inflammation of the meninges,
  • Total or general
  • Regional or local: perioral, distal,
  • isolated.

Local cyanosis develops in places with the largest number blood vessels, perioral - around the mouth, periorbital - around the eyes. Cyanosis of any part of the human body can appear with pulmonary and cardiac pathologies.

There are several types of cyanosis by origin:

  1. Respiratory type due to an insufficient volume of oxygen in the lungs and a violation of the transport chain of its supply to cells and tissues. It develops when there is a complete or partial violation of the movement of air through the respiratory tract.
  2. cardiac type- insufficient blood supply to organs and tissues leads to oxygen deficiency and blue skin.
  3. cerebral type develops when the blood loses its ability to attach oxygen to hemoglobin and deliver it to brain cells.
  4. metabolic type develops when there is a violation of the absorption of oxygen by tissues.

Respiratory cyanosis disappears 10 minutes after oxygen therapy, all other types persist for a long time. Massage of the earlobe helps to get rid of acrocyanosis.

Etiology

With dysfunction of the heart and blood vessels, the blood cannot fully deliver oxygen to the cells and tissues of the body, which leads to the development of hypoxia. At the same time, cyanosis appears against the background of fatigue, fatigue, headache, insomnia, chest pain, tachycardia, shortness of breath, and disorientation.

Cyanosis is a clinical sign of various diseases of internal organs:

  • Heart and blood vessels -, varicose veins and atherosclerosis,
  • Blood - and
  • Respiratory system - pneumonia, pneumothorax, pleurisy, pulmonary edema, bronchiolitis, respiratory failure, pulmonary embolism, infection, COPD, pulmonary emphysema, breath holding, croup, foreign bodies, inflammation of the epiglottis,
  • Poisoning with poisons or medicines - nitrites, phenacetin, nitrobenzene-containing drugs, sulfonamides, aniline, sedatives, alcohol,
  • drug overdose,
  • that last a long time
  • Anaphylactic shock, angioedema,
  • food poisoning,
  • Especially dangerous infections - cholera, plague,
  • Small intestine carcinoid.

There are congenital familial forms of methemoglobinemia with autosomal recessive inheritance.

In healthy people, cyanosis can occur during hypothermia, in high altitude conditions, in a stuffy unventilated room, during a flight without oxygen equipment.

Symptoms

characteristic areas of cyanosis

Cyanosis is a symptom of life-threatening diseases. With central cyanosis, the skin of the periorbital and perioral region first turns blue, then it spreads to areas of the body with the thinnest skin. Peripheral cyanosis is most pronounced in areas remote from the heart. It is often associated with swelling and swelling of the neck veins.

Depending on the time of occurrence, cyanosis is acute, subacute and chronic.

Cyanosis does not adversely affect the general well-being of patients, but in combination with other signs of the underlying pathology, it becomes a reason to consult a doctor. If cyanosis occurs suddenly, grows rapidly and has a significant degree of severity, then it requires emergency care.

Cyanosis, depending on the etiology of the disease, is accompanied by various symptoms: severe cough, weakness, fever, and other signs of intoxication.

  • Cyanosis in bronchopulmonary diseases is manifested by a purple tint of the skin and mucous membranes and is combined with shortness of breath, wet cough, fever, sweating, wet rales. These symptoms are typical for an attack of bronchial asthma, acute bronchitis and bronchiolitis, pneumonia. With PE, intense cyanosis develops against the background of chest pain and shortness of breath, and when it is combined with hemoptysis. Sharp cyanosis and severe shortness of breath are signs of tuberculosis and lung carcinomatosis. Patients with similar symptoms require urgent hospitalization and respiratory resuscitation.
  • In heart disease, cyanosis is one of the main symptoms. It is combined with shortness of breath, characteristic auscultatory data, wet rales, hemoptysis. Cyanosis with heart defects is accompanied by secondary erythrocytosis, an increase, and the development of capillary stasis. In patients, there is a deformation of the fingers, like drumsticks and nails, like watch glasses.

cyanosis in a newborn with a heart defect and the characteristic structure of the fingers of an adult with an untreated defect

Cyanosis of the nasolabial triangle in a child occurs both in the norm and in pathology. In newborns, the skin is so thin that blood vessels can be seen through it. Severe, persistent cyanosis requires urgent referral to a pediatrician.

Cyanosis is not subject to special treatment. When it appears, oxygen therapy is carried out and the main treatment is enhanced. Therapy is considered effective in reducing the severity of cyanosis and its disappearance.

In the absence of timely and effective treatment diseases manifested by cyanosis, patients develop a disorder of the nervous system, the overall resistance of the body decreases, sleep and appetite are disturbed, in severe cases a person may fall into a coma. This condition requires the provision of emergency medical care in the intensive care unit.

Diagnostics

Diagnosis of diseases manifested by cyanosis begins with listening to complaints and taking an anamnesis. The patient is found out when the cyanosis of the skin appeared, under what circumstances cyanosis arose, whether it is permanent or paroxysmal. Then determine the localization of cyanosis and specify how its shade changes during the day.

After a conversation with the patient, a general examination begins, the severity of his condition and the presence of concomitant diseases are established. The doctor performs auscultation of the heart and lungs.

Then they move on to laboratory and instrumental research methods:

  1. General blood test,
  2. Analysis of the gas composition of arterial blood,
  3. - a pulse oximeter is put on the patient's finger, which determines the saturation of the blood with oxygen in a few seconds,
  4. Determination of blood flow velocity
  5. Examination of the functions of the heart and lungs,
  6. The study of gases of exhaled air - capnography,
  7. electrocardiography,
  8. X-ray of the chest,
  9. Computed tomography of the chest,
  10. Cardiac catheterization.

Features of treatment

Treatment of cyanosis is aimed at eliminating the underlying disease that provoked blue skin. If the patient becomes difficult to breathe, the respiratory rate exceeds 60 breaths per minute, he sits hunched over, loses his appetite, becomes irritable and does not sleep well, you should consult a doctor.

If cyanosis of the lips, palpitations, fever, cough, blue nails and difficulty breathing appear, you should immediately call an ambulance.

Oxygen therapy

Oxygen therapy can reduce the blueness of the skin. Blood oxygen saturation is achieved by using an oxygen mask or tent.

The complex treatment of respiratory and accompanied by hypoxia necessarily includes oxygen therapy. Inhalation of oxygen through a mask helps to improve the general condition and well-being of patients. Cyanotic seizures that occur during physical work or against a background of fever disappear after a short inhalation of oxygen.

The closed oxygen tent is the most expedient method of oxygen therapy, allowing you to adjust the gas mixture and the pressure of the injected oxygen. Oxygen can also be administered through an oxygen tank, mask, pillow, or tube. Centralized oxygen supply is carried out with the use of artificial lung ventilation.

An oxygen cocktail eliminates cyanosis and other consequences of hypoxia. It improves the quality of life for many patients, restores strength, saturates cells with oxygen, improves metabolism, attention and reaction speed. An oxygen cocktail is a thick foam filled with oxygen molecules. With the help of a special oxygen cartridge, juices, fruit drinks and syrups are enriched with oxygen not only in medical institutions, but also at home.

Currently, oxygen concentrates produced in Europe, America and Asia are very popular. They are highly reliable, stable in operation, almost silent, and have a long service life. Portable oxygen concentrates, which provide patients with the comfort of moving and maintaining a mobile lifestyle, deserve special attention.

Medical treatment

Drug therapy is aimed at improving the supply of oxygen to the body and its delivery to the tissues. To do this, patients are prescribed drugs that enhance pulmonary and cardiac activity, normalize blood flow through the vessels, improve the rheological properties of blood, and enhance erythropoiesis.

To reduce the cyanosis of the skin, patients are prescribed:

Antihypoxants - "Actovegin", "Preductal", "Trimetazidine",

  • Respiratory analeptics - "Etimizol", "Cititon",
  • Cardiac glycosides - "Strophanthin", "Korglikon",
  • Anticoagulants - "Warfarin", "Fragmin",
  • Neuroprotectors - Piracetam, Phezam, Cerebrolysin,
  • Vitamins.
  • If the cause of cyanosis is heart disease, it is often possible to get rid of it only with the help of surgery.

    Oxygen cocktails are also taken to prevent hypoxia in people at risk and with chronic heart and lung diseases. To improve the quality of life and prevent the onset of old age, you should follow the basic rules and recommendations: treat chronic diseases in time, lead a healthy lifestyle, walk a lot in the fresh air, maintain your health and love yourself.