The function of the eyelids is to protect our eyes against external damage and to keep the eye moist by literally sweeping the eye surface. Eyelashes on the edge of the eyelid also prevent germs from entering the eye.
Our eyes are also of great aesthetic importance. Eyelids contribute significantly to this aesthetic appearance. Any deformity in the eyelids can negatively affect the perception of aesthetic beauty.
The eyelids normally cover the edge of the eye by 2-3 mm at the top and 1-2 mm at the bottom. If it covers the upper eye corner more than 2-3 mm, we call this condition droopy eyelid, or ptosis.
droopy eyelids can occur at any age, but it is most common in childhood and over the age of 50.
If eyelid ptosis in childhood is unilateral and severe enough to cover the pupil, it must be corrected by surgery without delay. Otherwise, lazy eyes may occur.
With age, weakness may occur in the muscle that lifts the eyelid and drooping eyelid may become evident.
Rarely, droopy eyelids may develop in muscle diseases and nerve diseases. For this reason, the cause of droopy eyelids in patients should be examined and treatment should be planned accordingly.
In muscle and nerve diseases, droopy eyelids can be improved with oral medications.
In some cases, eyelid tumors can also cause drooping eyelids. In this case, the tumor must be removed surgically.
The most common cause of eyelid ptosis is age-related. In patients with age-related droopy eyelids, surgical correction is performed. Treatment of droopy eyelids is important for eye functions.
What we do in surgery is to strengthen the muscle that lifts the eyelid or to use special hanging methods to lift the eyelid.
Note: This article was written for general information purposes. It is not a diagnosis or treatment recommendation. You can get recommendations regarding your condition from us or from your own doctor when you have your examination.
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