Medically reviewed by Jane Kim, MDMedically reviewed by Jane Kim, MD A cold compress is a frozen or chilled material, such as ...

Cold compresses aren’t a first-line therapy for hereditary angioedema (HAE), but they may provide relief from swelling-related discomfort for some people. HAE is a rare genetic disorder that causes ...

Swollen eyes, whether from allergies or lack of sleep, could be alleviated using cold or hot compresses. Cold compresses reduced inflammation, while hot compresses improved blood circulation. The ...

The use of warm compress is used for treating styes, inflammation on the eyelid and sometimes for dry eyes. This often helps since it is safe and relieves the Meibomian gland blockages and decreases ...