Can droopy eyelids cause blurred vision and is it bad for long term vision?

November 25, 2016
Asked By:jflynn121361 in Saint Louis, MO

My mom had this surgery due to blurred vision and I've noticed that if I lift my eyelids, my vision greatly improves, can this cause cause permanent vision damage?

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November 26, 2016

Answer: It is possible but usually not that significant.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
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November 26, 2016

Answer: It is possible but usually not that significant.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
November 26, 2016

Answer: Can droopy eyelids cause blurred vision and is it bad for long-term vision?

November 26, 2016

Answer: Can droopy eyelids cause blurred vision and is it bad for long-term vision?

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November 28, 2016

Answer: Drooping eyelids and blurred vision

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November 28, 2016

Answer: Drooping eyelids and blurred vision

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