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I am losing eyelashes and have sections missing from one eye at a time. it goes back and forth from eye to eye so i rarely have a full set on both eyes at the same time. it's been happening for quite some time. what should i do? eyelashes

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Dr. Stan Coleman answered

Loss of lashes: There are several reasons for lash loss in both lids. 1. Leaving cosmetics on too long or being allergic to the material. 2 Blepharitis. Inflammation of lid 3 Trichotillomania. Stress causing self removal 4 Thyroid disease Hyper or Hypo Visit your ophthalmologist to determine cause and proper treatment.

Answered 5/16/2020

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A member asked:

I am losing eyelashes and have sections missing from one eye at a time. it goes back and forth from eye to eye so i rarely have a full set on both eyes at the same time. it's been happening for quite some time. what should i do? eyelashes

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stan Coleman answered

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