If lacrimal glands/ductules are injured during ptosis surgery and upper eyelid blepharoplasty, will it heal on its own?

February 5, 2011
Asked By:AznFellow in Oregon

if, say, lacrimal gland/ductules are injured during ptosis surgery/upper eyelid bleph, does it end up healing on its own? I am nervous because my dry eye hasn't been going away and is quite low tear production even after many months, but my surgeon cant identify whats wrong? Do I need the help of an oculoplastic?

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