Question 1

i have one lash that keeps poking my eye irritating it and have eye lids that hang down. at times i see my eyelashes?

Accepted Answer

Droopy eyelids: can be fixed surgically if necessary.  Please see your doc to start.  He/she will likely refer you to the proper professional for help.  If you get surgery you will see your eyes again and see better.  Peace and good health.

Question 2

since 2 weeks ago i have noticed that i can see circles in my vision(which i'm assuming are some sort of reflections of light)on my eyelashes. this is noticable when looking at something bright, like a white background on a phone. why is this?

Accepted Answer

: Have you been examined by an ophthalmologist?  Are you nearsighted?  You may be seeing types.of vitreous floaters which are not serious but can be a nuisance.

Question 3

if i lose one or 2 eyelash a day and then see little ones growing beneath it is that normal ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Eyelashes mature, fallout, and then replace themselves throughout life, albeit the process slows down with time.

Question 4

i'm a little desperate but this happen suddenly. for some reason i started to see my eyelashes with a blurry effect when watching tv on a dark room. i have 36 years old and i started to feel terribly anxious because i never felt this way?

Accepted Answer

: Did they come lose?  Need to see you to be able to help.

Question 5

what kind of doctor would you see if your eyelashes are falling out?

Accepted Answer

OPHTHALMOLOGIST OR: Dermatologist. You may start with your family doctor.

Question 6

woke up this morning and a little section of my eyelashes were gone. what kind of doctor should i go see?

Accepted Answer

Doctor need: You should see an ophthalmologist. He will make the decision as to cause,treatment, and if further consults are needed.

Question 7

after using latisse (bimatoprost) i notice my eyelashes shedding more than usual i see little lashes coming in but if i stop using latisse (bimatoprost) will all my lashes fall ?

Accepted Answer

No.: Studies show that if you stop using Latisse, (bimatoprost) your eyelashes will return to what they were like before.

Question 8

my 2yr old had an ingrown eyelash on her upper lid, i pulled it a few days ago but its still a hard bump.  should i wait to see if it goes down?

Accepted Answer

Ingrown eyelash: Try warm compresses 3-4 times a day to soften it. If persistent, bring her to an  ophthalmologist.

Question 9

i'm 31 and saw a couple of grey eyelashes. i know that eyelashes don't start going grey until 70's. is this a serious concern. should i see a doctor?

Accepted Answer

Graying: Although Graying of lashes,brows,and all other hair usually occur with aging, it certainly can occur at a earlier age.You should not be concerned.

Question 10

is this floaters?white circles top of vision.but they move w/ my eyelashes.like light reflecting off them.but this new 2 me.only see n sun/ipad screen

Accepted Answer

A few, normal: Most people have some floaters. These are more obvious against bright background. As long you do not get new floater, a few stable ones are not abnormal. If you get more floaters or see flashes of light, please consult your eye doctor immediately.

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Why can I see my eyelashes

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I have one lash that keeps poking my eye irritating it and have eye lids that hang down. at times i see my eyelashes?

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Since 2 weeks ago i have noticed that i can see circles in my vision(which i'm assuming are some sort of reflections of light)on my eyelashes. this is noticable when looking at something bright, like a white background on a phone. why is this?

A member asked:

If i lose one or 2 eyelash a day and then see little ones growing beneath it is that normal ?

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I'm a little desperate but this happen suddenly. for some reason i started to see my eyelashes with a blurry effect when watching tv on a dark room. i have 36 years old and i started to feel terribly anxious because i never felt this way?

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What kind of doctor would you see if your eyelashes are falling out?

A member asked:

Woke up this morning and a little section of my eyelashes were gone. what kind of doctor should i go see?

A member asked:

After using latisse (bimatoprost) i notice my eyelashes shedding more than usual i see little lashes coming in but if i stop using latisse (bimatoprost) will all my lashes fall ?

A member asked:

My 2yr old had an ingrown eyelash on her upper lid, i pulled it a few days ago but its still a hard bump. should i wait to see if it goes down?

A member asked:

I'm 31 and saw a couple of grey eyelashes. i know that eyelashes don't start going grey until 70's. is this a serious concern. should i see a doctor?

A member asked:

Is this floaters?white circles top of vision.but they move w/ my eyelashes.like light reflecting off them.but this new 2 me.only see n sun/ipad screen

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