Ptosis after blepharoplasty. How soon could I potentially have corrective surgery? (Photo)

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I got upper and lower blepharoplasty done 48 hours ago and immediately after surgery I could easily open my left eye, but my right eye only less than half way. I have severe swelling on both eyes, but still I can open my left eye easily. The swelling is the same on both eyes and I have actually done more cold pressing gently on the right eye and the swelling has gone down a bit, but still I can't open my eye fully. How soon could I potentially have corrective surgery?

Donald B. Yoo, MD, FACS · Answer

The answer depends entirely on what was done during your upper blepharoplasty, Swelling, asymmetry and restriction in the range of motion are all expected to a certain degree after eyelid surgery. However, only your operating surgeon will know if the possibility of risk of injury to your levator, improper placement of fixation sutures or simply normal post-operative swelling explain the degree of ptosis you are experiencing.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

It is normal to have swelling and even some degree of muscle dysfunction after surgery. This does not have to be symmetric. It can go on for weeks and even months. Although I will see immediate post operative complication consultations anytime there is a concern it is rare to need to surgically intervene before 6 months. The reason for that is that many concerning issues resolve on their own without surgery or further intervention. You might consider asking your surgeon for a Medrol dose pack, a short course of oral steroids to reduce swelling. There is no substitute for a detailed in person assessment.

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