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My baby was born at 32 weeks. he is now 7 months corrected. i have noticed that his bottom eyelids are turning in. so his eye lashes are on his eye ball. seems to be getting worse. also he has a fold which i do not think helps the matter?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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Entropion: The inversion of the eyelids are known as an entropion. The condition can be treated by artificial tears and lubricant, however usually surgery is needed.

Answered 4/16/2020

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A member asked:

My baby was born at 32 weeks. he is now 7 months corrected. i have noticed that his bottom eyelids are turning in. so his eye lashes are on his eye ball. seems to be getting worse. also he has a fold which i do not think helps the matter?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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