Cortisol has become a buzzword on social media over the past few years, and right alongside that, we have "cortisol face." Also known as a "moon face," the term describes a swollen or puffy face ...

If you've been on social media recently, chances are you've heard about "cortisol face," a term to describe facial swelling or puffiness, allegedly caused by high levels of the stress hormone cortisol ...

Vladimir Putin was accused of receiving plastic surgery this week after he was spotted with what some sources called “swollen butt filler cheeks” amid rumors of his alleged death, RadarOnline.com has ...

A puffy face can ruin your confidence, especially when you have an important event or a busy day ahead. Waking up to swollen cheeks, under-eye bags, or a bloated face is frustrating. Many people face ...

Purging in bulimia by vomiting can make the face and cheeks appear swollen or puffy due to effects on the salivary glands. The glands typically return to their usual size after habitual vomiting stops ...

Dr. Omar Al-Heeti is an assistant professor of medicine at Southern Illinois University and practices internal medicine with a specialty in infectious diseases. He received his medical degree from the ...