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Can Eye Size/shape Change over a Short Period of Time?

asked 2 years ago by paranoidboy in New York
Latest answer by William Portuese, MD
Question viewed 1,068 times
Tags: eyes, shape

I always thought my eyes were relatively symmetrical, but a few weeks ago I noticed one is considerably bigger than the other. It could just a shape issue, but it leads me to ask can the shape of your eye change? I am only in my early 20's so it's not like my eyes are drooping or changing due to old age.

4 answers to Can Eye Size/shape Change over a Short Period of Time?

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Changes in eye shape or size over short period of time

Yes, indeed changes in the size and shape of eyelids can occur over a short period of time, but this is a very rare event usually due to orbital tumors or sinus related mucus seals. The more likely cause is that you have just now noticed that you have asymmetrical eyebrows and/or eyelids that have been there all along.
William Portuese, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.seattlefacial.com

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Acute Eye Asymmetry Requires Work Up to Rule Out Growth

Hi Paranoid Boy, You should consult with either an opthalmologist or an ENT physician.  Make sure that you have a MRI or CT scan of your orbits to make sure that there is not a growth that is causing the size of one eye to change its shape.  I would advise you to make this appointment ASAP. Wishing you well. Dr. P
Michael A. Persky, MD

Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Eye shape

Eye shape is always a bit different from one side to the other. I always point it out in consultation, because patients will always notice things more after surgery.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Droopy eyelid

It is possible that you are developing droopy eyelid on one side, which can be due to many factors, such as contact lens wear.  More likely, you have had it for a long time and is now more pronounced.  Look at your photos when you were younger for this.
Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACS

Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon

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