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Can chronic sinusitis, confirmed by MRI and CT, cause mild ptosis? (Photo)

October 7, 2017
Asked By:fix8ed in Mckinney, TX

I've been diagnosed with chronic sinusitis more in the ethemoid sinuses. I also have a severely deviated septum and inflamed turbinates. Recently I've noticed my left eyelid drooping a bit lower. I've seen a Neurologist, have had three MRIs (brain) and 4 CTs within 3 1/2 months - all clear. They say since MRIs are clear, no brain mass concern. So given that, I'm wondering if my sinusitis issues (confirmed by CT and ENT scope) could be contributing to the lid issue?

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October 10, 2017

Answer: Ptosis

Jessica Lattman, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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Jessica Lattman, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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October 8, 2017

Answer: No sinus disease does not cause ptosis.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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October 8, 2017

Answer: No sinus disease does not cause ptosis.

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