Question 1

my upper eyelids seem to have excess tissue. could upper blepharoplasty improve this?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You should be evaluated by a plastic surgeon who is comfortable with blepharoplasty as well as fat transfer. Both procedures will help. Which is best for you, is best answered by an experienced plastic surgeon.
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Question 2

sometimes when i wake up, my eyelid fold is normal, but most of the time, that fold goes away, like when the day goes by. what is this, and how to fix?

Accepted Answer

Eyelid: The skin of the eyelids is very thin.  When you sleep, fluid shifts occur in and around the eye.  Sometimes folds are more prominent in the morning, and as the day progresses, they become less noticeable as fluid flows to other parts of the face.

Question 3

in my eyelids there are folds.does it indicate fat?natural way to overcome this.im 17yrs old

Accepted Answer

Natural creases : The lines and folds around your eyelids are normal. Much of this is genetically predetermined. Accentuation of the creases and extra protrusion of fat from behind the eye( within the socket) happens with aging. People with allergies that have intermittent eyelid swelling tend to get more creases, as so those who chronically rub their eyes. Chronic uv light also causes premature skin aging.

Question 4

is it possible to have extra skin under the eyelid?

Accepted Answer

Yes: This condition is usually in older patients and can be removed surgically.

Question 5

what could be the cause of sudden bags/folds under my lower eyelids?

Accepted Answer

Baggy eyelids: Sudden appearance of swollen, baggy lower eyelids may be associated with fluid retention.
Check  your weight for any recent gain and consult your family doctor. Gradual bagginess of the skin of the lower eyelids is often an inherited condition.

Question 6

please help! i have extra skin on my eyelid, only 20 years old?

Accepted Answer

One or both lids?: See your ophthalmologist to evaluate whether this is how your lids have grown or whether there is some condition needing attention.  Excess eyelid skin is uncommon at your age but can be surgically removed.

Question 7

how do i fix my eyelids/eyelid folds (preferably without surgery)? both my upper(without any fold) and lower eyelids are low, making me look tired.

Accepted Answer

Surgery : Blephoroplasty  a surgical procedure is the only real way to solve your problem.

Question 8

only one of my eyes' eyelid fold does not fold properly, and it's been more than a week. it bothers me. why does it happen? can i treat it? thanks.

Accepted Answer

This crease is due : To muscle fibers from the eyelid muscle, if the crease is gone then these fibers have been compromised , at your ate this was probabl from trauma. You need an oculoplastic specialist to evaluate this.

Question 9

i have a white bump on my eyelid for years now and its not coming off is it extra skin please help what do i do?

Accepted Answer

A white bump on my eyelid: Is it causing any problems with vision?Causing pain?
Most likely it is a benign cyst-it's in an area that can be bothersome because the eyelid is very thin.
Sometimes, this can get inflamed by bumping or touching it , which  can cause  a localized infection. Warm compresses might help.
If not, might want to see plastic surgeon or ophthalmologist for a simple removal of the bump or liquid Nitrogen.

Question 10

what can cause a swollen eyelid? i woke up with one eyelid being swollen. no redness, no itching, no pain, just the top fold of my eyelid is swollen and soft.

Accepted Answer

Swollen eyelid ?'s: A single side swelling of an eyelid may be caused by conjunctivitis, which may be otherwise non-symptomatic.  If this continues, see an ophthalmologist for an exam and potential treatment.

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My upper eyelids seem to have excess tissue. could upper blepharoplasty improve this?

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Sometimes when i wake up, my eyelid fold is normal, but most of the time, that fold goes away, like when the day goes by. what is this, and how to fix?

A member asked:

In my eyelids there are folds.does it indicate fat?natural way to overcome this.im 17yrs old

A member asked:

Is it possible to have extra skin under the eyelid?

A member asked:

What could be the cause of sudden bags/folds under my lower eyelids?

A member asked:

Please help! i have extra skin on my eyelid, only 20 years old?

A member asked:

How do i fix my eyelids/eyelid folds (preferably without surgery)? both my upper(without any fold) and lower eyelids are low, making me look tired.

A member asked:

Only one of my eyes' eyelid fold does not fold properly, and it's been more than a week. it bothers me. why does it happen? can i treat it? thanks.

A member asked:

I have a white bump on my eyelid for years now and its not coming off is it extra skin please help what do i do?

A member asked:

What can cause a swollen eyelid? i woke up with one eyelid being swollen. no redness, no itching, no pain, just the top fold of my eyelid is swollen and soft.

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