What is causing the fat pockets above my eyes? (photos)

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I've had extreme problems with my eyes since childhood these are my symptoms: Grainy sensation in eyes Teary eyes Debris at upper eyelash root that I have to literally pick through Excessive inner eye discharge Burning eyes Eyelashes falling excessively/strong urge to pull them out because they don't grow straight and will be in my eye Scariest one occurred first in 2012 then 2014. Eyelid retracted and eyeball was sitting out.

Chad C. Zatezalo, MD · Answer

You have a very shallow orbit, The place where the eyeball sits.  The "fat" that you're referring to is most likely your lacrimal gland. You need to have an evaluation   For thyroid disease. If your eye continues to prolapse, this could cause damage to your optic nerve. There are several ways to remedy this problem. You need to see an orbital specialist.

James H. Rogers, MD · Answer

Without examing you, it would appear from your photos that you have ptotic or prolapsed lacrimal(tear ) glands rather than fat deposits. Your symtoms of eye irritation,burning, etc, are consistent with long standing dry eye syndrome. I would recommend consultation with a good opthalmologist to fully evaluate your eyes, and would not recommend any cosmetic procedures on them until you have done so.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

This needs to be assessed by an ophthalmologist or oculoplastic surgeon.  Your photos suggest a droopy or enlarged lacrimal gland.  There are systemic medical problems that can present this way.  For that reason, you should pay attention to these signs and symptoms and get yourself assessed.

Chris Thiagarajah, MD · Answer

I would go see an oculoplastic surgeon. What you have is lacrimal gland swelling. It can reveal a more serious health issue.

What is causing the fat pockets above my eyes? (photos)

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