I received a revisional Asian double eyelid surgery and mild ptosis correction 1.5 years ago. Since then my eyes do not close completely which has led to dry eyes. There has been improvement in eye closure but it has been an extremely slow process. I really want to do something about this because I feel as if I have waited long enough. I have spoken to surgeons and some have suggested 5-FU, steroids, and PRP. What will relax this scarring in my eyelids? Thanks.
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July 27, 2014
Answer: Scar Contracture and 5FU: risks vs benefits must be considered
Unfortunately given the number of surgeries that you had you probably should wait even longer before attempting any other revision work. I wish I could be more helpful to you at the moment but your surgical history is complicated and really necessitates a consultation in person. The...
Preferably, the fewer revision
surgeries the better. The experience of
the chosen surgeon is important, and you should explore that surgeon’s success
in reoperative ptosis repair surgery.
Usually, Asian blepharoplasties can be completed concurrent with ptosis
repair surgery
At the one month postoperative stage, there is still some swelling and your eyelids are still healing. The muscular issues you describe may fade with time but if you are concerned, have your surgeon evaluate you.