How to Heal a Swollen Face & Lip
Whether you are involved in a fight, car accident or just a clumsy fall, you can seriously injure yourself. A swollen face or lip is a common injury you can take care of yourself. Unless you have a major head trauma, concussion, abrasion or cut, it is not necessary to go to an emergency room--the swelling injuries can be cared for in your own home.
Instructions
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Moisten the rag with water. Lay the rag out flat.
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Place four to eight ice cubes into the moist rag.
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Wrap all four corners of the rag up toward the center. Apply the homemade ice compress to the swollen parts of your face for 10 minutes. Repeat this every hour until the swelling goes down drastically.
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Take a pain reliever such as ibuprofen as directed on the label as you need it for the pain. Make sure to not take over the exceeded amount each day.
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