What can be done about my left eye? (Photos)

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I have very poor vision in my left eye. Regular eye doctors have only given me glasses. My right side is fine. An eye doctor said my left eye socket is smaller than the right. I was told there’s something going on with the nerves in the back. I would like it to appear more open and bigger. I don’t even know if that’s possible.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

The photos demonstrate left upper eyelid ptosis.  A thoughtfully performed ptosis repair and blepharoplasty should be able to make the left side look much more like the right side.  The assessment you need for this cannot be accomplished by Skype consultation.  A detailed in person assessment is essential.  I recommend using the American Society for Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery website and its directory to help you find a well qualified surgeon close to home.

Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACS · Answer

It appears you have left upper eyelid ptosis along with enophthalmos (sunken eye). There are solutions for both but ptosis is easier to address. See following link. See an oculoplastic specialist for evaluation.

Gregory Lakin, MD · Answer

You have left eye ptosis which could be corrected with ptosis repair. This is a procedure that will elevate the eyelid so that it appears more open, improve vision, and create a more desirable symmetrical appearance. Good luck!

John J. Martin, Jr., MD · Answer

You have a ptosis of the left upper lid.  There may be other things going on with the size of the eye or the socket but can't tell from a picture.  See an oculoplastic surgeon.  They can evaluate the eye and the eyelid muscles to determine if the lid can be elevated to improve symmetry.

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