One of my eyes is bigger than the other, are there any exercises that can help even them out?

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One of my eyes (left) is smaller than the other and has become quite noticeable over the years. My orbital CT scan is normal and paranasal sinuses are also clear, though I have a mildly deviated septum. Also, the affected eye is always more moist than the other. I feel better muscular control on my right eye and feel that is my dominant eye. I am slightly myopic and the power is a bit more in the left eye (I think -1). What could be the possible reason? Are there any exercises to correct it?

Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACS · Answer

Impossible to give you accurate response without photos or examination. The smaller eye could be more sunken or it could be due to droopy upper eyelid or combination. Treatment depends on the cause. See an oculoplastic specialist.

Sara A. Kaltreider, MD (retired) · Answer

Exercises will not change the size of the eyes or "muscular control". Your description of your eyes suggests that you could have thyroid orbital problems. Previous trauma can also cause asymmetry. It is unlikely that a small difference in myopia is the problem. Thyroid orbital disease is at the top of the list even if you have no history of abnormal thyroid hormone testing - so it would be wise to consult with an oculoplastics specialist to help you with your diagnosis and answer your questions based on examination. Best wishes.

One of my eyes is bigger than the other, are there any exercises that can help even them out?

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