My right eye is more open than my left one, why is that? Can I fix this? (photo)

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It's been like this for 10 years or more. It worsen gradually and it happens all the time, not only when I'm tired. It is specially obvious on pictures and it bothers me. What is the cause of this? Is there any way to fix it? Thank you.

John J. Martin, Jr., MD · Answer

You have a ptosis of the right upper eyelid.  This can be repaired surgically.  See an oculoplastic surgeon who can evaluate the eyelid muscles to determine what surgery would be best for you.

Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACS · Answer

It appears you have right upper eyelid ptosis which should be corrected by eyelid ptosis surgery, likely using scarless technique with quick recovery. See an oculoplastic surgeon.

Sanjay "Jay" Keni, MD · Answer

Hi Brunette2000,It appears you have ptosis of the right upper eyelid.  This is where the eyelid sits lower on the eyeball than it should.  If you would like this addressed, see an experienced oculoplastic surgeon for an in-person evaluation.Best wishes,Dr. Jay

Ahad Mahootchi, MD · Answer

You have mild ptosis. There can be some ocular causes of ptosis so please get an eye exam and have the ophthalmologist look before the technicians give you dilating drops. Also, have them look under the lid.If nothing is found and your exam confirms simple ptosis that the surgical fix is ptosis repair most likely done by an ophthalmologist or oculo-plastic surgeon.

Sara A. Kaltreider, MD (retired) · Answer

Based on the photograph, you may have ptosis, but you also seem to have exophoria/ exotropia, an outward deviation of the eyes. This may be worse when tired. Both the eyelid and the ocular muscles should be evaluated. If you have an extraocular muscle problem, this should be addressed prior to having the lid surgery. (The eyelid position might improve, if the eyes are aligned properly.) You could start with an Oculoplastics specialist or a Strabismus/Pediatric Ophthalmology specialist. Best wishes.

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