What's the Medical Terminology for the Corrective Procedure I Need? (photo)

asked 5 months ago by tunafoxxz in Sacramento, CA
Latest answer by A.J. Amadi, MD
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Tags: crease, options, swollen, terminology

Over a year ago my left eyelid suddenly became swollen and developed an extra eyelid crease. I would like to know if anyone can tell me what I have and what steps I should take in getting a procedure done. Thanks in advance.

9 answers to What's the Medical Terminology for the Corrective Procedure I Need? (photo)

Droopy eyelid or Ptosis repair in the Asian face

Morning tunafoxxz, What you have is a "ptosis" and you'll need that repaired via an external approach to do what's technically called a levator advancement or plication. I see this frequently in my practice and usually this can be repaired through a relatively small incision and you heal up in about a week. There two things you need here: 1. Correction of your eyelid postion. 2. Potentially you need a small modification to the crease on... more

Chase Lay, MD
Bay Area Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.chaselaymd.com

Eyelid asymmetry due to ptosis

You definitely have ptosis of the left upper eyelid. There are different techniques to address this problem [internal incision or external incision] and you may or may not need to have the crease addressed specifically. An evaluation by an oculoplastics surgeon, especially one that has experience with Asian eyelids would be your best option.

A.J. Amadi, MD
Seattle Oculoplastic Surgeon

Asian eyelid ptosis and crease asymmetry

Your eyelids look unequal because the left upper lid is lower due to a lifting muscle of the upper eyelid that is stretched and placed differently. This can occur after an episode of extreme swelling such as you described. The term is ptosis and treatments are available. Seek attention by an oculoplastic surgeon in your area for options and education.

John Pak, MD, PhD
Chicago Oculoplastic Surgeon

Eyelid

I would need more information to answer your question. It almost looks like you had a plugged gland in your eyelid causing this problem. This is called a chalazion and should be removed first if that is the case. Once you have fully recovered from that you could be assessed for additional surgery. I hope you realize that this format of posting questions and receiving answers lacks the face to face direct communication required for you to make an informed decision regarding your surgery... more

Aaron Stone, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

What about my left upper eyelid ? (photo)

Need more history, good physical exam, and likely, some imaging. What pre-dated the change in your eyelid appearance? Was there any trauma? Did you have an infection? Have you gotten Botox or other treatment in the area? Is your chest X-ray normal? Any other unusual changes or symptoms you are experiencing? Is there any growth behind the skin of your left upper eyelid (orbital tumor) or more centrally? A computed tomographic scan or MRI... more

Steve Laverson, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

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You have ptosis.

More importantly, you have an asian eyelid with ptosis and a complex fold in the left upper eyelid. Without an actual in person consultation, it is impossible to state precisely what surgery you need to address your issues. This partially depends on your preferences. I think great care and caution should be used in approaching your eyelids. It would be helpful to know for instance precisely what your eyelids looked like before you developed the upper eyelid ptosis.... more

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD
Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon

Correct eyelid procedure

You need a ptosis repair with upper blepharoplasty of the left upper lid. It is important to make sure that there is no residual inflammation, which if present should be treated before surgery. You should see an oculo-facial surgeon. To find one near you, look at the member directory of ASOPRS. Good luck!

Lawrence Kass, MD
Saint Petersburg Oculoplastic Surgeon

www.kassmd.com

Drooping eyelid causes and treatment

More information is needed to try to determine the exact etiology of your problem and if any asymmetry was present before you developed the swelling of your eyelid. In other words, did you already have some sagging of the eyelid and the swelling made you more aware of the eyelid position. You do have ptosis of the eyelid and there are many causes of this. It can be corrected with upper eyelid surgery and muscle repair if indicated by examination.

Jeffrey Zwiren, MD
Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

It appears that you have eyelid Ptosis (drooping of your eyelid) on the left upper eyelid.

I would recommend that you get a consultation from an occuloplastic surgeon. If you are bothered by the bagginess of you eyelids as well as the drooping, you may need a blepharoplasty and surgery to repair the drooping as well.