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Why are my eyelids not fully closed when i sleep? is this normal?
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Nocturnal lagophthal: This is called nocturnal lagophthalmos and is not as rare as you might think. Most individuals with this condition have only a small opening while sleeping and have a "Bell's reflex" wherein their eyes turn up while they sleep--thereby protecting the sensitive center of the eye (the cornea). If you have symptoms of blurriness or irritation when wakening see an eye doctor. You may need an ointment
Answered 6/15/2017
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