Should I get a 2nd opinion on droopy eye from another ophthalmologist, or go directly to a specialist in ptosis repair? (Photo)

May 18, 2016
Asked By:lakerone in Chicago, IL

My left eye become inflamed and droopy during a sinus infection a month ago. An ophthalmologist gave me oral antibiotics and an antibiotic/steroid ointment applied directly to the eye. The inflammation went away quickly, but the droopiness hasn't changed. He says he can't see a stye, so "probably" the levator muscle was damaged so the droopiness won't go away. Besides a followup in 3 months, he says there is no other way to treat me. 46 year old male, otherwise good health.

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