Question 1

can i take botox for drooping upper eyelid (ptosis)?

Accepted Answer

No: Botulinum toxin is not used to treat a drooping upper eyelid (ptosis). In fact, botulinum toxin can make it worse.

Question 2

is it really possible to get my drooping upper eyelid corrected?i am suffering from ptosis and my eyes had been operated through cosmetic surgery

Accepted Answer

Yes: Bletheroplasty  and eyelid and brow lifts are often done at the same time for ptosis, but sometimes done at separate times, especially if corrections need to be made.
Consult w your occular plastic surgeon.

Question 3

my upper eyelids are swollen, drooping over eyelashes..is this serious?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: We would need further history and symptoms to determine. Since you are not sure, it is best to see an ophthalmologist as soon as possible. Feel better.

Question 4

what could cause your upper eyelid to swell?

Accepted Answer

Many reasons: Swelling of the eyelids are often related to allergens, trauma, external irritant (something in your eye). Sometimes washing out will help (boric acid solution), icing it to reduce the swelling. If it does not abate soon or worsens, an ophthalmologist is the person to consult.

Question 5

upper eyelid puffy from lash extensions, what should i do?

Accepted Answer

See an Eye MD: You could be having an allergic reaction to the glue or worse.  You must be seen by an ophthalmologist.  We never recommend eyelash extensions.  In the future consider latisse (bimatoprost).

Question 6

i need to have my upper eyelid crease lowered.  who can i go to get this done?

Accepted Answer

Oculoplastic surgeon: Eyelid surgery can best be skillfully done by oculoplastic surgeons who are trained in this type of surgery.  And who as ophthalmologists will respect vision and the eyes.

Question 7

what causes a yellowish tint on the upper eyelid?

Accepted Answer

Xanthelasma?: Xanthelasma are yellowish plaques on the upper eyelids (usually) and could indicate the risk for a lipid disorder. Sometimes subcutaneous blood from a bruise of the forehead will track to the eyelids and give a yellowish tint.

Question 8

i have a. bump on my upper eyelid?

Accepted Answer

Stye or chalazion?: These are kind of like folliculitis for the eye-lashes usually caused by bacteria. Start with warm compresses. Don't squeeze it. You can pick up some otc solution or ointment to use. If it's getting worse or not getting better, go see your doc to make sure that that's what it is. Xanthelasmas are cholesterol deposits in the eyelids that are benign and also on the differential.

Question 9

what to do if i have a ball on my upper eyelid?

Accepted Answer

Warm compresses help: You need to see your eye doctor immediately, if you have a foreign object UNDER your lid, so they can evert your lid, and retrieve the foreign object. If it's a stye or looks like a ball at the edge of your lid, then it's non-emergent and can wait until you get to the eye dr. A warm compress for 10-15 minutes 4 times a day can help decompress it. Not hot, just warm! Be kind to your eye!

Question 10

what could be causing my upper eyelid to be swollen?

Accepted Answer

Infection / allergy: Swelling of the upper eyelid could be from an infected oil gland or skin glan, from a blocked oil gland (stye or chalazion), from allergy, from an insect bite or exposure, and from edema related to lying down. Infections are usually painful, tender and diffuse, while a stye is more like a non-tender lump. Allergy usually is associated with itching. Also, blepharitis is a chronic low grade infection.

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Can i take botox for drooping upper eyelid (ptosis)?

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Is it really possible to get my drooping upper eyelid corrected?i am suffering from ptosis and my eyes had been operated through cosmetic surgery

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My upper eyelids are swollen, drooping over eyelashes..is this serious?

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What could cause your upper eyelid to swell?

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Upper eyelid puffy from lash extensions, what should i do?

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I need to have my upper eyelid crease lowered. who can i go to get this done?

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What causes a yellowish tint on the upper eyelid?

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I have a. bump on my upper eyelid?

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What to do if i have a ball on my upper eyelid?

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What could be causing my upper eyelid to be swollen?

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