My left eye lid droops low when I'm tired and I want to get it fixed. I'm not sure whether it can be fixed or not because it's not a constant problem. Can it? And if so, what would the procedure be called?
Answer: Ptosis surgery
Drooping eyelids in the older population is very common and is called Ptosis (the P is silent!) Generally it occurs because the muscle (levator muscle) and its tendon (levator aponeurosis) stretch and thin with time and slip from their natural insertion positions. Generaly the muscle itself is very healthy and just needs to be reinserted to the appropriate positions with a simple procedure.
Other times, children are born with a droopy eyelid because the eye muscle doesn't develop correctly and requires a procedure to elevate it. In this case the muscle is weak from birth and does not really change position.
In both of the above conditions the eyelid is ALWAYS droopy. An eyelid that becomes droopy only occasionaly may even be a hallmark of something else, rarely a condition that is called myasthenia gravis, a neuromuscular disorder that causes the muscles to tire out easily. It is often treated with medications. Now, as I said this is very rare and you probably don't have this but it may be worthwhile to have some blood work or testing to make sure. You fall into an unusual age range to have this problem unless you were born with some weakness that you may be able to see in old photographs of yourself.
If there is no other reason that is causing your variable ptosis, then hopefull you too may be a candidate for ptosis surgery.
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Jasmine Mohadjer, MD
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Drooping eyelids in the older population is very common and is called Ptosis (the P is silent!) Generally it occurs because the muscle (levator muscle) and its tendon (levator aponeurosis) stretch and thin with time and slip from their natural insertion positions. Generaly the muscle itself is very healthy and just needs to be reinserted to the appropriate positions with a simple procedure.
Other times, children are born with a droopy eyelid because the eye muscle doesn't develop correctly and requires a procedure to elevate it. In this case the muscle is weak from birth and does not really change position.
In both of the above conditions the eyelid is ALWAYS droopy. An eyelid that becomes droopy only occasionaly may even be a hallmark of something else, rarely a condition that is called myasthenia gravis, a neuromuscular disorder that causes the muscles to tire out easily. It is often treated with medications. Now, as I said this is very rare and you probably don't have this but it may be worthwhile to have some blood work or testing to make sure. You fall into an unusual age range to have this problem unless you were born with some weakness that you may be able to see in old photographs of yourself.
If there is no other reason that is causing your variable ptosis, then hopefull you too may be a candidate for ptosis surgery.
Good luck,
Jasmine Mohadjer, MD
Oculoplastic Surgeon
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Drooping left eyelid in 22 y.o. Hard to say without photos or exam. It sounds by your description that you may have drooping, (ptosis) of the eyelid. This can be fixed in most cases. Each patient is different. Please see a board certified plastic surgeon, facial plastic surgeon, or oculoplastic surgeon. they will listen to you and do an exam to see if you need a standard blepharoplasty, or an operation to raise your eyelid.
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August 6, 2013
Answer: Droopy Eyelids
Droopy eyelids can be repaired simultaneously with blepharoplasty. I do this frequently and can be done at the same time. This is called an “eyelid ptosis repair”.
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Droopy eyelids can be repaired simultaneously with blepharoplasty. I do this frequently and can be done at the same time. This is called an “eyelid ptosis repair”.
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January 21, 2011
Answer: Ptosis Evaluation
Ptosis of they eyelid can be repaired at any age. The more important question is "Why does your eyelid droop?".
Ptosis has many causes, it can be congenital, due to trauma, contact lenses or aging. However, ptosis can be a sign of neurologic or muscular disease. If your eyelid only droops when you are tired it could be an early sign of myasthenia (a muscle weakness disease). Sudden onset of ptosis could be caused by damage to a nerve that helps open the eyelid (Horner's Syndrome). Any new ptosis should be evaluated be an Oculoplastic Surgeon to make sure there is no disease that needs to be addressed. After that, a surgcial repair can be performed.
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Answer: Ptosis Evaluation
Ptosis of they eyelid can be repaired at any age. The more important question is "Why does your eyelid droop?".
Ptosis has many causes, it can be congenital, due to trauma, contact lenses or aging. However, ptosis can be a sign of neurologic or muscular disease. If your eyelid only droops when you are tired it could be an early sign of myasthenia (a muscle weakness disease). Sudden onset of ptosis could be caused by damage to a nerve that helps open the eyelid (Horner's Syndrome). Any new ptosis should be evaluated be an Oculoplastic Surgeon to make sure there is no disease that needs to be addressed. After that, a surgcial repair can be performed.
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February 10, 2015
Answer: Age 22 - Can Drooping Left Eyelid Be Fixed?
Best to see a boarded plastic surgeon in person to examine your eyelid issue. Over the internet very difficult to give accurate info.Droopy eyelid is PTOSIS (from Greek Ptosis or πτῶσις, to "fall") is a (drooping) of the upper or lower eyelid. The drooping may be worse after being awake longer, when the individual's muscles are tired. This condition is sometimes called "lazy eye". Classification is as follows:
Neurogenic ptosis which includes oculomotor nerve palsy, Horner's Syndrome, Marcus Gunn jaw winking syndrome, IIIrd cranial nerve misdirection.
Myogenic ptosis which includes myasthenia gravis, myotonic dystrophy, ocular myopathy, simple congenital ptosis, blepharophimosis syndrome
Aponeurotic ptosis which may be involutional or post-operative.
Mechanical ptosis which occurs due to edema or tumors of the upper lid
Neurotoxic ptosis which is a classic symptom of envenomation[9] by elapids such as cobras,[10] or kraits.[11] Bilateral ptosis is usually accompanied by diplopia, dysphagia and/or progressive muscular paralysis. Regardless, neurotoxic ptosis is a precursor to respiratory failure and eventual suffocation caused by complete paralysis of the thoracic diaphragm. It is therefore a medical emergency and immediate treatment is required.
pseudo ptosis due to:1-Lack of lid support:Empty socket or atrophic globe. 2-Higher lid position on the other side:
So you see to understand your ptosis leads to the correct tretment.
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Answer: Age 22 - Can Drooping Left Eyelid Be Fixed?
Best to see a boarded plastic surgeon in person to examine your eyelid issue. Over the internet very difficult to give accurate info.Droopy eyelid is PTOSIS (from Greek Ptosis or πτῶσις, to "fall") is a (drooping) of the upper or lower eyelid. The drooping may be worse after being awake longer, when the individual's muscles are tired. This condition is sometimes called "lazy eye". Classification is as follows:
Neurogenic ptosis which includes oculomotor nerve palsy, Horner's Syndrome, Marcus Gunn jaw winking syndrome, IIIrd cranial nerve misdirection.
Myogenic ptosis which includes myasthenia gravis, myotonic dystrophy, ocular myopathy, simple congenital ptosis, blepharophimosis syndrome
Aponeurotic ptosis which may be involutional or post-operative.
Mechanical ptosis which occurs due to edema or tumors of the upper lid
Neurotoxic ptosis which is a classic symptom of envenomation[9] by elapids such as cobras,[10] or kraits.[11] Bilateral ptosis is usually accompanied by diplopia, dysphagia and/or progressive muscular paralysis. Regardless, neurotoxic ptosis is a precursor to respiratory failure and eventual suffocation caused by complete paralysis of the thoracic diaphragm. It is therefore a medical emergency and immediate treatment is required.
pseudo ptosis due to:1-Lack of lid support:Empty socket or atrophic globe. 2-Higher lid position on the other side:
So you see to understand your ptosis leads to the correct tretment.
Best from MIAMI Dr. Darryl J. Blinski
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January 7, 2011
Answer: Ptosis (droopy lid)
Yes, your eyelid(s) can be corrected or improved with surgery. It is called ptosis surgery, under local anesthesia in an outpatient setting. I recommend a consultation with an oculoplastic surgeon.
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Answer: Ptosis (droopy lid)
Yes, your eyelid(s) can be corrected or improved with surgery. It is called ptosis surgery, under local anesthesia in an outpatient setting. I recommend a consultation with an oculoplastic surgeon.
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