Why would my eyes look symmetrical on the operating table but not post op when the swelling has gone down? Is it better to have another surgeon take a look? What are your thoughts on not being able to close my eye? Surgeon #2 says I will need to lubricate during the day and put cream in at night for the rest of my life. Should I consider this? Would you get a third opinion?Are there any other techniques available that could assist?
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Thank you for sharing your question. Typically, ptosis can change appearance during the day. Fatigue can worsen it. On occasion, it can be related to a medical condition. Please see an Oculoplastic Surgeon for comprehensive evaluation and guidance.Good luck,
Need examination to better help you but it does appear you have persistent right upper eyelid ptosis and revision eyelid ptosis surgery should be considered. Revision ptosis surgery also has to deal with existing scar tissue and I use a very special technique for that.
I have not in 19 years of practice and an oculoplastic surgeon personally seen chronic sinusitis cause Ptosis. However, as long as other serious neurologic causes have been ruled out, then it is possible the sinusitis is causing it. I would wait to have your sinus treated, and if the ptosis p...