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My 20 mth son seems to have a slow blink on 1 side.1 eyelid lags behind slightly. not all the time- i just notice it occasionally. is that a concern?

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Dr. Hamid Sajjadi answered

See Eye doctor: In that age group 40% of lid lags a cause is not identified and it may resolve. But in 60% of cases a cause is found, most common would be hyperthyroidism, then a benign hemangioma under the eyelid. Should go and see an ophthalmologist for proper diagnosis and therapy.

Answered 9/20/2017

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A member asked:

My 20 mth son seems to have a slow blink on 1 side.1 eyelid lags behind slightly. not all the time- i just notice it occasionally. is that a concern?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Hamid Sajjadi answered

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