One of my eyes look more open than the other. What causes this? (photos)

September 22, 2015
Asked By:iheartenh1 in Merritt Island, FL

I have gotten testing for my thyroid and that has been ruled out. The eye doctor I saw told me it was just my eyebrow lower than the other but I don't think that is it.

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September 24, 2015

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September 24, 2015

Answer: Eyelid ptosis

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September 24, 2015

Answer: Eyelid ptosis

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September 23, 2015

Answer: Eyelid ptosis causing brow to raise

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September 23, 2015

Answer: Eyelid ptosis causing brow to raise

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September 23, 2015

Answer: Ptosis

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Answer: Ptosis

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September 22, 2015

Answer: Ptosis

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September 22, 2015

Answer: Ptosis

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