Ptosis of Eyelid Ptosis (“toe”-sis) is the medical term for a drooping eyelid. It refers only to the upper eyelid position (not the skin on the eyelid), and, if severe enough, ptosis can affect the upper field of vision. Ptosis does not cause blurry vision or difficulty reading an eye chart — but it definitely… Read More »
Ptosis (“toe-sis”) is an odd word with a simple definition. Ptosis is the medical term for a drooping eyelid. It refers only to the upper eyelid and it really makes someone look tired and worn out. Dr. Chandler is an expert in diagnosing the cause and surgically repairing drooping eyelids to counter the impacts of… Read More »
When a person has abnormal drooping in one or both eyelids they have a condition known as ptosis. The lid may droop only slightly or it may cover the pupil entirely. It can affect both children and adults, and it usually requires surgery to correct. Dr. Chandler performs ptosis surgery. Congenital ptosis When a child… Read More »
Ptosis (“toe”-sis) is the medical term for a drooping eyelid, specifically referring to the position of the upper eyelid, not the skin itself. Severe ptosis can impede the upper field of vision, although it doesn’t cause blurry vision or hinder one’s ability to read an eye chart. Nevertheless, it can give individuals a tired, unbalanced,… Read More »
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