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Is this ptosis? I've had uneven eyelids my whole life; the extra skin can feel irritating and makes my face asymmetrical (photo)

I have had uneven eyelids my whole life; the extra skin can feel irritating and makes my face asymmetrical. What would be required to fix this?

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