Drooping Eyelids
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Drooping eyelids, also called eyelid ptosis, occur when the edge of the upper eyelid descends more than normal and can cover part of the eye. They can affect one or both eyelids.
Common causes: The natural aging of the tissues is the most frequent, although factors present from birth, injuries, or certain muscular and nerve conditions can also play a role.
When to see a doctor? When the eyelid interferes with vision, appears suddenly, or is accompanied by other changes in the eye.
Which specialist evaluates them? The ophthalmologist is the appropriate professional to examine the eyelids and their effect on vision; the general practitioner can guide the first consultation. If you notice that the eyelid limits your field of vision, it is advisable to have an eye professional examine it.
Data on 599 doctors who treat drooping eyelids
Which specialist treats drooping eyelids?
Drooping eyelids should be evaluated by an ophthalmologist, who determines the cause and whether correction is needed; a general practitioner can provide an initial assessment.
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Doctors specialized in drooping eyelids
Dr. Ernesto Agustín Lara Benítez
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Lorena Guadalupe Ruiz Ramos
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Celina Flores Olvera
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Jessica Avalos Nigoche
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Dr. Alejandro X. Ramos Samperio
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Victor Manuel Guisa Sánchez
Dr. Hugo Enrique Hernández Martinez
Dr. Deyanira Munguia Moreno
Frequently asked questions
What is drooping eyelids?
Drooping eyelids, also called eyelid ptosis, occur when the edge of the upper eyelid descends more than normal and can cover part of the eye. They can affect one or both eyelids.
Which doctor treats drooping eyelids?
Drooping eyelids should be evaluated by an ophthalmologist, who determines the cause and whether correction is needed; a general practitioner can provide an initial assessment.