I had eye lid surgery superior and inferior eyelids about 4 weeks ago overseas, and there is a slight separation of the lower eyelid when I look up , causing dry eye and some blurriness, what should I do?
March 4, 2016
Answer: Ectropion You do have some pull on the left lower lid. At 4 weeks you are still early in the healing phase. You should use some warm compresses, and gently massage the eyelid up several times a day. Taping the lid up at night will also help. Sometimes the lid will slowly elevate and look good after a few months. At other times it will stay retracted and you may need a revision at 6 months. Keep the eye well lubricated as it may dry out due to the low lid height. If any irritation or more pull of the lid, see an oculoplastic surgeon for evaluation.
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March 4, 2016
Answer: Ectropion You do have some pull on the left lower lid. At 4 weeks you are still early in the healing phase. You should use some warm compresses, and gently massage the eyelid up several times a day. Taping the lid up at night will also help. Sometimes the lid will slowly elevate and look good after a few months. At other times it will stay retracted and you may need a revision at 6 months. Keep the eye well lubricated as it may dry out due to the low lid height. If any irritation or more pull of the lid, see an oculoplastic surgeon for evaluation.
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