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What is wrong with my eyelid as it has loose skin and it’s really noticeable occasionally? (Photos)

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Adventurous114346Aug 20, 2021

My eyelid has loose skin and it’s really noticeable occasionally, I need help I’m only 27 and don’t want this problem so early on.

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