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Eyelid Surgery for Someone with Sjogren's Disease?

JahlieJun 27, 2009
I have rheumatoid arthritis and Sjogren's disease resulting in very dry eyes. I use restasis drops twice a day as well as plaquenil. If I don't use restasis, my eyes are actually difficult to open in the morning, burn during the day and I get bumps under the lids. I would love to have eyelid surgery because I want to look younger but is that wise? What is the risk? Would I be able to continue with restasis immediately after surgery? Does anyone know a doctor who specializes in eyelid surgery for people with my complications?

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Dr. Eric M. Joseph, MD
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Dr. Eric M. Joseph, MD
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Dr. Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD
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Dr. Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD
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Dr. William Portuese, MD
Dr. William Portuese, MD
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