I noticed my droopy upper eyelid at age 30. What treatment would you recommend? (photos)

September 9, 2014
Asked By:Mcgrand2 in England, United Kingdom

I have recently started to notice that my right eyelid has become droopy. I did have my eyebrow pierced years ago but only started to notice this. Is this something I can approach my doctor with and what could be causing it?

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September 12, 2014

Answer: Ptosis

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September 12, 2014

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September 11, 2014

Answer: Ptosis and upper eyelid surgery

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September 11, 2014

Answer: Ptosis and upper eyelid surgery

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September 11, 2014

Answer: Droopy eyelid repair

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September 11, 2014

Answer: Droopy eyelid repair

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September 11, 2014

Answer: Ptosis Correction

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September 11, 2014

Answer: Ptosis Correction

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September 11, 2014

Answer: Drooping eyelid

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September 11, 2014

Answer: Drooping eyelid

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