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Post by wackadoodle on Sept 25, 2009 22:24:45 GMT -5
This black patch under my eyes and this black line running diagonal from it. I dont know if its just the lighting in the garage or what but it became really obvious when I tried to take a picture. Any idea on what this is and how to get rid of it? I know most of you couldn't give half a damn but places that actually care about this sort of thing would also wonder why I'm wearing makeup.  |
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Post by rookie on Sept 25, 2009 22:45:10 GMT -5
If it makes you feel better, I get them too. My best guess is a combination of lighting and face structure. If your eyes are set a bit deeper and the bone in your nose with the position and strength of the light, well, you get the idea.
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Post by Mr. Turquoise on Sept 25, 2009 23:03:43 GMT -5
Alcoholism and chronic masturbation. Frankly, that's the worse case I've ever seen. But the good news is, it can be cured with amputation and leeches.  But seriously, I've found that mild dehydration and fatigue will do that to me. Drink lots of fluids and get some rest. If I've a had a busy week with too much tea, my eye sockets start turning black. It's really not nice. Mr. Turquoise |
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Post by ironbite on Sept 26, 2009 4:03:00 GMT -5
I'm coming to your home in the middle of the night and punching you softly in the eye.
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Post by Mira on Sept 26, 2009 4:40:56 GMT -5
 I get the same thing. I have no idea what causes it, could be just the way it is for me. Of course, I have sleeping problems and am always fatigued. My oldest brother gets it as well. I've heard that rubbing your eyes too much can do it, but I'm not sure of the validity of that statement. Drinking water and getting your eight hours can't hurt either. |
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Post by Death on Sept 26, 2009 9:15:17 GMT -5
lack of sleep and not drinking enough plain water and the reason why is because the skin around eyes is very thin
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Post by Marc on Sept 26, 2009 20:23:08 GMT -5
The dark circles around the eyes are most certainly caused by lack of proper sleep. Stop smoking, drinking alcohol or caffeinated beverages several hours before bedtime, if you are doing any of these things. If you aren't, I recommend seeing a physician and having them order a sleep study (in fact, that's not a bad idea altogether).
According to my wife, she has seen someone else suffering sleep deprivation that has also had a dark line on the cheek. It's possible that this is the same for you.
As always, please take what I say with a grain of salt. I am not a doctor of any sort, and you would be better served asking a doctor than me about this sort of thing.
Marc
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Post by Napoleon the Clown on Sept 27, 2009 2:15:04 GMT -5
Hi. I do the same thing. I get very little REM sleep. The two are most probably related.
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Post by clockworkgirl21 on Sept 27, 2009 16:31:38 GMT -5
I'm anemic, and have the places under my eyes. The doctor said that's a sign.
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Post by MaybeNever on Sept 27, 2009 17:45:22 GMT -5
Sleep studies are great, but are extremely expensive. When I looked into getting one done (I suspect I have sleep apnea) it was several thousand dollars and I had decent insurance. Needless to say, I never did have it done.
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Post by Marc on Sept 28, 2009 22:10:28 GMT -5
Sleep studies are great, but are extremely expensive. When I looked into getting one done (I suspect I have sleep apnea) it was several thousand dollars and I had decent insurance. Needless to say, I never did have it done. Wow. I didn't know that. The Navy is good at paying for these things. Marc |
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Post by rookie on Sept 28, 2009 22:30:37 GMT -5
The dark circles around the eyes are most certainly caused by lack of proper sleep. Stop smoking, drinking alcohol or caffeinated beverages several hours before bedtime, if you are doing any of these things. I smoke and drink fluids other than water to relieve the stress of not being able to sleep enough. It's a vicious cycle. |
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Post by katz on Oct 11, 2009 12:45:31 GMT -5
They can also be caused by pollen/dust allergies or even a bad cold. Blood rushes to the sinuses causing shiny, dark spots under the eyes.
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Post by Old Viking on Oct 11, 2009 14:41:22 GMT -5
I'm not sure what that's called, but it killed my grandpa.
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