Do I have eyelid ptosis? My left eye droops and has not been opening in the mornings without using a finger to lift it. (photo)

Yes, you do have left lid ptosis.  There are various causes (ie neurogenic, acquired detachment of levator mechanism, etc).  You should see an ophthalmologist or oculoplastic surgeon for a careful examination.  There are surgical options for correcting this.

Yes, you have ptosis of the left eye. If it becomes more dramatic it may start to effect your visual field. There are many reasons for ptosis to occur. I recommend you see your physician or an ophthalmologist for an evaluation as to cause of your ptosis

 

Dr. Mabourakh

You definitely do have left upper eyelid ptosis.  There are many causes but if it is something new, you should seek evaluation by an oculoplastic specialist.  Surgery (ptosis surgery) can make it better but first have to find out why you have the new onset ptosis.

You are certainly right that this looks like ptosis.  The onset of ptosis in a young person like yourself should be worked up by a physician.  See an Oculoplastic surgeon for a work-up and treatment options.

ptosis can be known as droopy eyelids, sleepy eyes , and many other common terms

 

basically , the muscles that hold up the eyelid get "rarefied " attachments.  it is repaired by forming a strong bond to reunite the muscle with the eyelid

 

most of my patients choose repair under local anesthesia.  it is safe, comfortable , and allows me to precisely position the muscle on the eyelid

  

Stay calm!  You'll do fine.  Surprisingly this is quite common.  About 50% of my ptosis repairs are in Asian women ages 20 to 35.  Often comes after a period of swelling, fluid retention, pregnancy, but often there's no cause.  First thing to do is get an evaluation with an Ophthalmologist or an Oculoplastic surgeon.  Ensure there are no medical causes of this that may need to be treated before surgery.  Then move on to surgery. . .possibly.  Your evaluation and workup may include blood tests and even a CT scan of your orbits.  You're not alone and being in LA gives you access to some great doctors and surgeons.