Question 1

why does using bimatoprost causes hollow sunken eyes?

Accepted Answer

Side effect: It's a great question. Prostaglandin associated periorbitopathy is the term applied to this side effect, a definite downside with the use of this class of antiglaucoma medications. Why it occurs, the following link will give you the believed mechanism:  http://glaucomatoday.com/2011/06/prostaglandin-associated-periorbitopathy.

Question 2

is there a way to transfer something more permanent to fix sunken eyes, such as muscle tissue or cartilage? fat sounded best but lasts only a few yrs?

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Plastic: Surgical implants made of various substances, are available for su cuticular placement

Question 3

i have sunken eyes but i look at my parents under eyes and they dont have sunken eyes just dark circles what can i do to fix my sunken eyes i dont feel like its hereditary any suggestions?

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: The shape and the look of eyes may or may not be like our parents. If you think you have sunken eyes see your MD for without examination no Diagnosis can be made.

Question 4

how can i stop sunken eyes?

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No way to do this: This is usually a genetic or inherited appearance which has to do with the loss of fat in the fat pads surrounding each eye.  Unless you have lost a lot of weight, this is just the way it will look.

Question 5

what is the symptom of slightly sunken eyes?

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Depends on cause: The appearance of "sunken eyes" may develop for a few reasons.  As we age, the skin of the lower lids tends to thin, revealing the darker muscle beneath and giving the lower lid a darker appearance.  Also, we lose volume in our lower lid and cheeks, creating a "sunken" effect in the lower lid.  Treatment is aimed at restoring this volume and the cheek to lid relationship.

Question 6

i have sunken eyes and want to know the cause?

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Bad genes: Some medications like lumigan; trauma to the orbit; rare sinus diseases.

Question 7

what is the definition or description of: sunken eyes?

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Sunken eyes: Sunken eyes are caused by fat loss of atrophied sub-orbicularis occuli, which leads to more visible  blood vessels.

Question 8

how can i get rid of sunken eyes?

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Need to know cause: There are many causes of sunken eyes.  You really need to be measured and evaluated by a surgeon who is a specialist in this.  You can find the specialists in Boston at www.asoprs.org.

Question 9

how do you get rid of dark sunken eyes?

Accepted Answer

Pray: If that fails, go to cosmetic surgeon for fillers- they work very well and last about 6mo to a year.

Question 10

are sunken eyes due to severe dehydration reversible?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Compensate by drinking lots of liquids including water,  gatorade, ginger ale etc
i hope you are not experiencing continuous vomiting and diarrhea.
Get enough sleep.
God bless you friend!

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How can i stop sunken eyes?

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