Hi, I have had these since I was little and I am in my late 20s. The right muscle is very big and the left has a double layer. I have been told they are muscle so there is nothing that can be done. The unevenness is unflattering and I look tired all the time. I have lived with them all my life and am curious if there are any options to help make them look even and make them smaller. Thank you!
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January 15, 2017
Answer: Hypertrophic and asymmetric pretarsal orbicularis muscle
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This could be due to muscular problems such as myaesthenia gravis. You mentioned less sleeping during the day. Do you feel tired frequently? I would suggest to discuss this with your doctor.
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