Question 1

is there a way to control or exercise my drooping eyelid?

Accepted Answer

No: Eyelids can droop for many reasons:  excessive skin, stretching of the connective tissues that connect the muscles to the structures of the eyelid, abnormalities of the nerves controlling those muscles, or a problem with the way the connective tissues are formed that you are born with.  Unfortunately, excercise won't help.  An eye doctor can identify the cause and appropriate treatment is.

Question 2

what causes drooping eyelids?

Accepted Answer

Ptosis: Drooping eyelids that are symmetrical usually are not dangerous and can be caused by weakness of eyelid elevating muscles or just age.  However, might be an indicator of neurological or brain problem.  Should see eye md asap to diagnose and recommend treatment.

Question 3

how can i fix drooping eyelids?

Accepted Answer

Usually surgery: Unless the eyelids are temporarily droopy from swelling or infection, surgery is required to fix this. Ptosis (drooping of the lids) is common, and sometimes there are medical causes (myasthenia, neurological causes), so get an eye exam initially. The actual lid height may be low, there may be overhanging skin, and the brow may be low. All these can be addressed with surgery.

Question 4

what could cause drooping eyelids?

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Eyelid drooping: The most common cause of eyelid drooping is related to age.  Chonic inflammation of the lids and eyes can also cause eyelid to droop to protect the eye.  Previous trauma or neurologic issues can also contribute to eyelid droopiness.  To determine the cause, you need to see an eye doctor.

Question 5

fix for drooping eyelids covered by insurance?

Accepted Answer

Can be: If the drooping eyelid is interfering with your periferal vision to a significant amount that is determined by a test called "visual field test", then most insurances cover the procidure..
This test is performed by your eye doctor.  You should check with your insurance that the eyelid surgery is included in your coverage.  Some insurance plans exclude that entierly regardless of medical necessity.

Question 6

how do you fix a drooping eyelid?

Accepted Answer

It depends: Eyelids can be droopy for lots of reasons.  In kids it is generally due to a poorly developed muscle. In adults it can be due to a stretched out muscle attachment or due to a disease that affects the muscle's contraction.  It is generally fixed by a surgery to either reattach or shorten the muscle and tendon that raise the eyelid, or by using a sling material to suspend the eyelid open.

Question 7

i have a drooping eyelid, what should i do ?

Accepted Answer

See an Eye MD: First you need to discover why you have a droopy eye lid.  See an ophthalmologist or oculoplastic surgeon for evaluation.

Question 8

is it weird to have only one drooping eyelid?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Symptoms like these are best deterimed by a thorough evaluation by your physician.  Based on his/her findings, a treatment plan can be developed to help you.

Question 9

what are ways to prevent drooping eyelid?

Accepted Answer

See eye doctor: First make sure you don't have a medical problem with the connection between the nerve and the muscle which would manifest itself as drooping worse when tired or end of the day.  
Genetics play a big role.
Also, having birthdays plays a big role.
Try to reduce sources of inflammation such as allergies and irritants.  Avoid smoking and smoke. Avoid uv light.

Question 10

is there any way to fix drooping eyelids without surgery?

Accepted Answer

No: If the drooping loids are due to myasthenia gravis, medication can help.

Sometimes weight loss can slightly reduce drooping of lids.

There are some drops that can cause elevation of eyelids.  Unfortunately they can have adverse effects.

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