Is my ptosis surgery not healing right? (Photo)

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I had ptosis surgery 4 weeks ago and am very scared and unhappy with the results. My eye looks worse than it did before surgery. I also can't look up as the muscle feels 'stuck'. I also still have slight double vision. The doctor keeps giving me steroids to reduce inflammation. How long do you have to wait for a revision? I went to a very reputable surgeon who specializes in this.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

I think the steroid shots are a mistake.  Without an actual examination it is hard to know precisely what the issue here is. Generally with a heavy upper eyelid, one should be patient including your surgeon. If you are insecure, consider getting a second opinion.  These can be confusing because often your surgeon is in competition with the doctor providing the second opinion. I think you need time to heal here but it is not unusual to need a second ptosis surgery.

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