What is Wrong with my Eyelids? (photo)

As you can see my eyelids are asymmetrical. But where exactly is the problem ?Is it something that can be corrected ? How much will the treatment cost ? I've heard of something called ptosis. But is that the problem with me ?

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4 Doctor Answers | Asked by Reju89 in Trivandrum

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Ptosis and Overcompensation

You have ptosis on the left only and your brain is reading this and the message to your right eye is to hyper open. I did a patient like this last week. You can see improvement with redness re-leaver eye drops in left only or Lopid drops (again left only)used for paralysis with Botox. This stimulate Mullers muscle and temporarily but dramatically corrects both sides. I bet you left eyebrow is also elevated. Again... more

Upper eyelid asymmetry can be corrected via surgery.

Your upper eyelid creases are different, and it appears as if you may have mild ptosis (eyelid droop) causing the apparent asymmetry. You should have an ophthalmologist evaluate your eyes, vision, and eyelid areas, and get an opinion about what surgical correction is recommended. If everything checks out OK from a vision standpoint, you should also consider consultation with one or more ABPS-certified plastic surgeons who are experienced in eyelid surgery. Cosmesis of the final result is as... more

Drooping upper eyelid

It looks like you have ptosis of the left upper eyelid and are elevating the right upper eyelid to reflexively compensate for it. Depending on physical examination findings you may be able to correct this by removing some tissue via an incision on the under surface of that upper eyelid. My response to your question/post does not represent formal medical advice or constitute a doctor patient relationship. You need to consult with i.e. personally see a board certified plastic surgeon in... more

Unilateral Ptosis

Unilateral (one sided) ptosis (droop) actually affects both eyelids because of levator neuro-compensation. Ophthalmic examination with possible ophthalmic topical eye drops, Dysport or Cosmetic Surgery may be needed for your condition.