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Why is One Eye Bigger and 'Higher' Than the Other? (photo)

asked 6 months ago by lawgirl_x in London, UK
Latest answer by Kamran Khoobehi, MD
Question viewed 486 times
Tags: asymmetry, uneven

I'm very concerned about my eyes. Over the last year or so, I've noticed that my eyes look very asymmetrical. One seems bigger and lower than the other. It never used to be like this. What are the potential causes of this? Not only is it upsetting me from a cosmetic angle, but I'm also concerned as this change coincides with substantial weight loss, palpitations & panic attacks (for the first time in my life!), high blood pressure and other stuff. Maybe I just have newly acquired wonky eyes! :(

4 answers to Why is One Eye Bigger and 'Higher' Than the Other? (photo)

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You need full medical evaluation

You should see your primary physician for full medical evaluation. Your eyes are normal . You have minimal asymmetry which is normal and does not need any intervention.
Kamran Khoobehi, MD

New Orleans Plastic Surgeon
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Totally agree with Dr. McCracken.

First you appear to have upper eyelid retraction. This is a sign of an overactive thyroid gland. This of course fits in with your other hyper metabolic symptoms including palpitations, anxiety, weight loss, and heat intolerance. Your primary care physician will be able to assess these symptoms and evaluate the thyroid with blood tests. The treatment is to control the thyroid. Your eye changes are mild and may less with time. First start getting the... more
Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD

Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon
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Uneven Eyes with Systemic Symptoms

Lawgirl, I recommend that you see your primary care physician in the next day or two about your weight loss, palpitations, panic attacks, and blood pressure changes. Ask him or her to do blood work to look for thyroid disease. One possible explanation could be an abnormality in your thyroid hormone levels. Thyroid disease can also cause changes in the appearance of the eyes. Once you have seen your primary care doctor, you should see an oculoplastic surgeon... more
Michael McCracken, MD

Boulder Oculoplastic Surgeon
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Asymmetry is the rule

No two eyes are symmetric. With a split mirror, most people will note asymmetries. Regarding your situation, temporary changes can of course occur either spontaneously with changes in muscle activity, or with certain medications, injections such as Botox and of course surgery. Your photograph shows your right eye and brow to be a bit more open/higher which looks like a Botox effect. If you haven't had a Botox injection, don't panic. You can consult... more
David J. Levens, MD

Coral Springs Plastic Surgeon

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