Are my Eyes Permanently Messed Up? (photo)

October 6, 2013
Asked By:GypsyDoll in Chicago, IL

I had lid ptosis repair 12 days ago and I still can't close 1 eye entirely. The eyes now look completely different from each other and 1 eye has a fold over the crease (like Asian eyes) w/ skin drooping over the crease. Most swelling has gone, as I peaked 12 hours post op. The asymmetry and not being able to close 1 eye has not improved since early after surgery. My Dr said this will look just fine next week, but I can't imagine this will "even out" with the extreme difference in both eyes.

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December 27, 2014

Answer: Your eyes are not permanently messed up-yet.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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December 27, 2014

Answer: Your eyes are not permanently messed up-yet.

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Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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December 28, 2013

Answer: Messed up after ptosis repair

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December 28, 2013

Answer: Messed up after ptosis repair

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