Mismatched eyes - how can this be treated?

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My eyes are quite mismatched now. One eye seems to bulge and appeaar larger than the other eye. The lower skin on one eye appears to sit higher and bulges and does not sit smoothly. There are no tumours or swelling according to a CT scan, but the issues persist. Both eyes are very tight but not all the time. I get relief from cold packs. On occassions both eyes seem normal but one eye continues to be bothersome. Eyes change daily sometime hourly

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

In most patients undergoing eyelid surgery, in particulat lower eyelids, 11-12 months is enough time to completely heal. However, in small number of patients, swelling, redness, thightness, and other signs of inflamation (that is part of healing process), may last much longer. It seems to be individual reaction to surgical injury and, usually, has nothing to do with particular surgical technique and a surgeon. Worm compresses, gentle skin cream, protection from the sun and wind, will in time improve condition. Patience is the hardest task we ask patients for but is needed in your case. Hope this helps.

Mismatched eyes - how can this be treated?

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