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Upper Eyelid Swelling After Blepharoplasty 23 answers

I had one of my upper eye lids lifted just a little, to match my other eye lid. Now after one week, I'm still noticing that the swelling comes and...
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Can't Open Eyes 25 Days After Blepharoplasty 16 answers

My eyes are still puffy and swollen 25 days after upper Blepharoplasty procedure. I'm also having problems opening my eyes, and the scars hurt and...
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Lower Eyelid Swelling / Eye Asymmetry After Blepharoplasty 13 answers

I am 3 1/2 weeks post op upper and lower blepharoplasty. I still have swelling under eyes (looks like bags)and minor upper eyelid swelling. My left...
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Swelling After Lower Blepharoplasty 12 answers

I recently had a bilateral lower blepharoplasty done 4 1/2 weeks ago. Swelling had resolved after a week or so, but over the past few days both, lids...
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Problems Post-Blepharoplasty and CO2 Laser 11 answers

Two weeks ago, I had CO2 laser combined with a lower lid Blepharoplasty. Eyes are very dry, drooping, and stiff. Recovery has been much worse than I...
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Eye Bags and Swelling 8 Months Post-Blepharoplasty 11 answers

My doctor doesn't know why the swelling and eyebags 8 months post-procedure won't go down. For the last 2 months, I've been using a special cream that...
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Post Blepharoplasty Swelling? 11 answers

I am 31 days post-op from upper and lower blepharoplasty. There was no fat removed, just skin. I believe he did something with my muscle, but i'm not...
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Had Lower Skin Pinch Blepharoplasty 5 Days Ago. Eyes Still Very Puffy. 11 answers

I realize it's only been 5 days and that swelling can take a long time to resolve after lower blepharoplasty. However, I was under the impression...
1 week post-op after puffiness recovery

Bulge Directly Under Eyelids After Lower Bleph. Residual Swelling? 10 answers

I had a lower bleph 2 1/2 weeks ago. As acute swelling died down, I noticed I now have direct bulges under my eyelid incisions. I know I am early in...
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12 Days Post Eyelid Surgery: Left Eyelid Feels Like It's Scratching Eyeball - Is This Normal? 10 answers

Post-op, my left side had more swelling and bruising than the right. The vision in my left eye is a little blurry, and it's still a little dry. My...
2 weeks post-op after blurry vision bruising burning dry eyes normal scratching

Should Eyelid Surgery Be Performed Separate from Back Lipo? 10 answers

I am considering having upper and lower eyelid surgery as well as lipo on my back/flanks area. Should the procedures be done at separate times? If at...
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Swelling Under Eyes After Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty 9 answers

I don't understand why my lower eye area would be swollen after an upper bleph. It looks like pockets of fluid after an upper eye bleph. How long...
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Ptosis Surgery Strange Outcome 9 answers

Hello All Respected Doctors I had ptosis by birth(left eye~2-2.5mm). After 4 months from ptosis surgery of left eye still the height of the eyelid is...
after male ptosis

Possible Ptosis After Upper/Lower Blepharoplasty? 9 answers

I had upper/lower blepharoplasty 12 days ago. I’m concerned that my R & L eye do not look the same, as the R eye looks like it developed...
2 weeks post-op after asymmetry ptosis

Swelling - Ice or Heat for Fat Transfer/Bleph? 9 answers

I am 5 days out of an upper/lower blepharoplasty and full face fat transfer. I am very swollen in my cheeks and my eyes are black/blue and yellow. I...
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Can Swelling After Blepharoplasty Be Permanent? 8 answers

I had lower blepharophasty Nov 10, but since the one eye stayed swollen the doctor opened it up again to see if any was wrong on Dec 23. He claimed...
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Will Swelling from Allergies Harm Eyelid Surgery Healing? 8 answers

I am going to get the upper blepharoplasty done. My doctor is going to stitch under the skin. After a couple weeks, if my eyes swell due to...
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Crepey Skin After Upper Blepharoplasty 8 answers

The swelling from my upper bleph is finally beginning to subside (after 4 and a half weeks) however now I am noticing crepey skin on the outer side of...
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Is Getting Ptosis Surgery Worth It? 8 answers

I went to a plastic surgeon yesterday about how my ptosis was affecting my eyesight. I was born with ptosis in both eyes.My right eye is worse than my...
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Is Jowl Swelling After Blepharoplasty Normal? (Photos) 8 answers

I had a lower transconjuctival blepharoplasty with fat repositioning along with a primary rhinoplasty three days ago. I expected the swelling that has...
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Extended Cuts Normal After Eyelid Surgery? 7 answers

I have upper and lower Eyelid surgery 6 weeks ago. I still have swelling and a lot of redness. The thing I am most concerned about is that I have 2...
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How to Fix Severely Creased Lower Eyelids Due to Allergy to Fillers? 7 answers

I had an extreme allergic reaction to a filler injected into my cheeks. (My practitioner didn't tell me he was using a counterfeit product). I ended...
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Lower Transjunctival Blepharoplasty and Fat Transfer - How Long Will my Cheeks Be Hard and Swollen? 7 answers

Each day i am liking the results more and more except when i see my side profile and look like a chipmunk. I know i'm only 7 days out and i...
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How Long Until I See Blepharoplasty Results? 7 answers

I am 5 1/2 weeks post op upper and lower blepharoplasty (outer incision). I still have considerable swelling below my eyes, with some darkness that...
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5 Weeks Post Eyelid Surgery: Pocket of Fluid Under Eyebrow 7 answers

This "golf ball" appeared about 3 days post-op, and has been there now almost 5 weeks. It just appeared out of nowhere, and has been sitting...
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I Had Upper Eyelid Surgery 4 Days Ago and There Has Been Swelling by my Cheekbones...is This Normal? 7 answers

How long will it take to go away? It's making my face look like my cheekbones are sunken in.
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Tingling Under the Eyes After Blepharoplasty 6 answers

I had laser bleph 2 weeks ago. Do I use hot/cold compresses to reduce swelling under my eyes? I am also getting tingling under the eyes where the...
2 weeks post-op bumps puffiness side effects tingling under eyes

I Had a Bleph 3 Weeks Ago and Things Were Fine- Now One Eye Is Swelling. Should I Worry? 6 answers

But today my one eye lid started to swell and went black and blue. I didn't hit it . It seems like it started off small and it appears to be...
3 weeks post-op after bruising hematoma worried

Still Swollen 1 Month After Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty, Is This Normal? 6 answers

I Had Upper and Lower Blepharoplasty. its Been a Month Now but my Upper Lid Still Swelling
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Are my Droopy Eyes Permanent? 5 answers

HI - I had upper/lower eye surgery just five days ago. I don't think I have a lot of swelling but am so depressed that both my upper lids seem to...
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Big Eyelids 6 Weeks After Revision Ptosis Surgery 5 answers

My eyelid seem to be expanded after my revision surgery a month ago. I have a primary surgery in end apr, few days later follow by a revision surgery...
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Does Lower Blepharoplasty Cause Swelling on Top of Cheek Area? 5 answers

I had lower bleph 14 days ago and now noticed that I have raised welts in the upper cheek area. This makes my undeye look hollow and like a bag. It...
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Congenital Ptosis Surgery-Fascia Lata (Left Eye) 4 Wks Ago.When Should I Heal? 5 answers

I'm male 27.BMI normal.Myopic, use glass with -6D.I had a congenital ptosis in left eye described as-LPS FN 2mm,Bells-Good,MJW->-ve.I had an...
1 month post-op after ptosis recovery sleep

Bigger Eyelids After Upper Bleph- How to Tell if It's Just Swelling or a Problem? 5 answers

I am 15 days post op from an upper bleph. My eyes don't really feel swollen to me anymore, and things are starting to even out. However, my upper...
2 weeks post-op after bigger normal upper eyelids

Eyelid Recovery 5 answers

Thank you all so much for your comments that have really eased by anxiety following laser bleph 2 weeks ago. I still have what looks like puffiness at...
2 weeks post-op after puffy eyes

Worried About Upper Eyelid Swelling After 5weeks Recovery, When Will the Shape Come Back? 5 answers

My eye surgery upper/lower and brow was performed 51/2 wks ago and one upper Eyelid is extremely swollen, and the shape of my eye was almond and now...
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Ptosis Correction on Asian Eyelids? 4 answers

I am an adult Asian male with mild congenital ptosis of my right eyelid (about 1.5mm difference). I had consultations with two well-qualified...
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Blephroplasty Recovery and Results 4 answers

Had upper & lower bleph along with ptosis repair. Very little bruising but seem to have an allergic rxn (sutures??). Started on po prednisone on...
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Pain and Swelling 7 Months Post Op (Eyelid) 4 answers

Please help ! its almost 7 months since ive had ptosis surgery using the frontalis sling procedure ( palmaris longus tendon used ) and the brow is...
7 months post-op after dry eyes pain ptosis

Upper Bleph 4 Weeks Ago. Concerned with How Big my Eyelids Look. 4 answers

I can’t find any “after" photos that have big lids like mine. Is this cause too much fat was taken? I was told in time the top would...
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Swelling from Eyelid Surgery. Do the Eyebrows Go Back Down? 4 answers

It seems that my eyebrows are higher (from the swelling) from eyelid surgery along with looking puffier (esp around the lateral "outside"...
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Still Swollen 4-Weeks Post Eyelid Surgery, Are There Malar Bags? 4 answers

I am 44 and just a few days shy of 4 weeks following a lower blepharoplasty. I am frustrated because the swelling is still present and appears to be...
1 week post-op after healing malar bags

Recent Muellerectomy, My Eye Looks Smaller, Is This Due To Swelling? 4 answers

About a week ago I had a Muellerectomy on my left upper eyelid to correct some drooping. It's healed well as far as bruising and pain. The...
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I Have Indents by the Outside of my Incision 2.5 Mo's After Lower Bleph. Circles Are Darker. Should I Worry? (photo) 4 answers

Lower bleph done 10-14-11.So as swelling decreases, the line where my cheek meets my lower lid is getting worse. Went in on Nov. 17 and was given...
3 months post-op after indentation pain worried

How Long Will It Take for Swelling to Go and Eyelid to Close? 4 answers

I had upper eyelid surgery 9 days ago. There is barely any bruising but there is a lot of swelling in the area between the eyelashes and the crease...
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Bruising, Swelling, and Seroma After Multiple Procedures 3 answers

Yesterday, I had a lateral eyelid lift, and lower mini facelift (weekend facelift) which pulled tightly behind my ears. I also had fat transfer to my...
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Predicting Final Results from Blepharoplasty? 3 answers

I had bilateral upper lid Blepharoplasty about 10 days ago and I am wondering if the slight asymmetry will resolve? My right side has been more...
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Third Eye Surgery - Asymmetrical and Swollen 3 answers

I had my second revision eyelid surgery 2 months ago. My left eyelid looks reddish and slightly swelling, my right eyelid structured quite nicely. I...
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One Eyelid Larger After Eyelid Surgery Revision 3 answers

I had an Eyelid Surgery revision on my upper eyelids 6 months ago, 6 months after the original procedure. One did well, but the other lid is...
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Ptosis Post Sugery Swelling 3 answers

Hi Doctors i have attached my photo for getting the response. I had congenital ptosis by birth on left eye. On 6th October 2010 i had levator...
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Why Are my Eyes Uneven After Facial Swelling? (photo) 3 answers

A month ago I tried acupuncture and after the treatment my face was swollen for weeks and my eyes/eyelids have been burning. I've lost fat in my...
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Swollen Eyelid 6 Months Post Upper Blepharoplasty Procedure, What Should I Do? 3 answers

I underwent the upper blepharoplasty surgery on March 25, 2011 (6 months ago). My right eye is considerably puffier and sits up a lot higher than the...
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Are Wrinkles Normal with Swelling After Blepharoplasty? 3 answers

I had a blephabroplasty on my lower lids, rhinoplasty and face lift end of August. Up till now, I have swelling and bruises under my eyes, and what...
4 months post-op after normal wrinkles

Upper Lids Done 1 Week Ago. Had Very Small Crease So He Gave Me a Larger Crease. Swelling Impairing Eyesight, Will It Go Down? 3 answers

He also removed fat from my inner eye by my nose. Now my inner eyelids near my nose are so swollen that it is covering part of my iris. Is the...
1 week post-op after expectation

Puffiness and Discoloration Under Eyes After Eyelid Surgery 2 answers

I had upper and lower eyelid surgery to make me look more awake and less tired, remove loose skin, and open up my eyes. After surgery, I thought I...
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Massage or Surgery for Raised Swelling After Blepharoplasty? 2 answers

I had a lower Blepharoplasty peformed and within two days, a raised sausage-shape swelling appeared under the stiches. After stitches were removed,...
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Is Bleeding 6 Days After Eyelid Surgery Normal? 2 answers

My eyelids started bleeding 6 days after my eyelid surgery. It would happen while I was asleep as well as randomly in the car. It's a watery red color...
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Swelling After Ptosis Surgery 2 answers

How much swelling is there after ptosis surgery in general?
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(Under-correction or Swelling) Post Ptosis Surgery Swelling - What Can I Do? 2 answers

Respected Doctor(s), I had congenital ptosis(2mm)on 6th October 2010 I had ptosis repair,after surgery doctor told me that he had resected the levator...
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Post Right-eyelid Non-cong Ptosis Surgery Complications 2 answers

I had my first surgery & adjustment 9 mths ago. 6 weeks later I woke up with an inflated eyelid and my surgeon pulled out 2 eyelashes from the...
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Still Swelling 3 Months After Lower Blepharoplasty? 2 answers

I had a midface and lower blepharoplsty three months ago. My left eye is healing, has a normal shape, however my right eye is swollen. The swelling...
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Continued Under Eye Swelling After Lower Bleph 2 answers

I am six months post op upper and lower bleph. I have bulges (swelling) under both eyes (outer corners). When I am looking downwards in the mirror,...
6 months post-op after under eyes

Doctor Told Me to Push Into My Eyes to Relieve Post-op Bleph Swelling - Why? 2 answers

I just had blepharoplasty done 3 weeks ago i am still swollen especially the lids and a little droopyness on bottom lid and i still look like i just...
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I Had Blepharoplasty 23 Days Ago and Am Worried That Something is Wrong. 2 answers

I had blepharoplasty 23 days ago. From the beginning my left eye was always swollen and sore. I hae been back to my surgeon twice because my vision in...
3 weeks post-op after blurry vision sunken uneven worried

Eyelid Surgery - Candidate With Blepharochalasis? 2 answers

I found out last week from an eye specialist that I might have blepharochalasis. This is the first time I have heard of this syndrome. I have had...
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How Can I Make My Eyes Less Small and More Swollen Looking? 2 answers

I'm 18 I got upper eyelid surgery 13 days ago as of today. I was lucky to not have much swelling,redness,bruises, no itch,and no pain.its been 2...
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Eyelid Incision Lumps 2 answers

I am on day 12 of recovery from eyelid surgery. While I am happy with the results, I seem to be having lumps at the incision line. Will this go away...
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How Long Until I See Final Results from Lower Blepharoplasty? 1 answer

I had a lower blethroplasty 3 weeks ago. how long until they heal? Bluish green lump in one puckering on other and appear to have festoons on cheeks I...
after bruising lower eyelids

Ptosis Surgery Swelling Not Healing 1 answer

I had congenital ptosis on left eye (2~2.5 mm), the surgeon performed levator resection of 20mm saying levator function was good, Surgery was...
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After Lower Bleph. Is This Fat Repositioning or Swelling? (Photo) 1 answer

I had upper and lower bleph and temple lift 8 days ago. The lower appears to be fat repositioned that is worse than it was. Will this go away and...
1 week post-op after fat normal under eyes

Persistent Ptosis Repair Swelling (Almost 7 Months) 1 answer

I had levator resection for 2 mm congenital ptosis(left eye) six months ago but still no lift in eyelid height, instead swelling continues to this...
after male ptosis

Swelling and Hardening of Epicanthal Corner 1 Month After Epicanthoplasty 1 answer

Dear Surgeons, I have epicanthoplasty 1 month ago. The swelling and hardening on one eye never subsides, infact it kinda worsens, despite popping down...
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Eyelid Recovery 1 answer

I had laser blepharoplasty 8 weeks ago. One eye looks fine but the other is still swollen. After the op I had bumps remaining, which my surgeon said...
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I Am Suffering Under Eye Swelling Past 1year What Could Be Reason. 1 answer

I am suffering under eye swelling past 1year what could be reason and whom should contact eye specialist or physician.before it swelling seem early...
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Will Cheek Implants and Blepharoplasty Greatly Affect my Smile?

I had cheek implants with blepharoplasty. My surgeon went through the inside of my lids and outside whereI had dissolvable stitches. I can hardly...
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Uneven Swelling After Upper Blepharoplasty

I had upper blepharoplasty done 3 weeks ago and the swelling in my right eye has gone down considerably, but my left eye is just as swollen as it was...
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I Had Lower Blepharoplasty Done 8 Days Ago with Rhino-septoplasty.

Everything has been great except my right eye has a swelling that bulges out of the lower lid. If you pull my lower lid out, it doesn't look like...
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How Long Until I Can Return to Kickboxing? 1 Months Post Eyelid Surgery. (photo)

My bleph was completed one month and one day ago. The swelling is still present, quite substantially over one eye. I am keen to get back to...
1 month post-op after kickboxing timing
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