Eyelid ectropion occurs when the muscles around your eyelid weaken, causing the eyelid to turn outward and pull away from your eye. This condition is also called flipped eyelids or inverted eyelids.

An upper blepharoplasty is a type of eye surgery used to lift and remove excess skin and other tissues because of vision or cosmetic concerns. While some forms of blepharoplasty may treat the ...

Did you know that there are different types of eyelids? If you have double eyelids, you can probably see creases in your eyelids when your eyes are open. If, on the other hand, you have monolids, or ...

Loosening eyelid skin can make it seem as if you have excess skin on your eyelids. While not typically a cause for concern, it causes vision problems, treatment, such as surgery, can help. A lot of ...

People may describe eyelids that sag excessively as droopy. Eyelids that droop can change a person’s appearance or cause problems, like obscured vision. Therefore, some people may wish to try droopy ...

Blepharitis is a condition that causes inflammation of the eyelid. A person with blepharitis may experience swollen, irritated, and itchy eyelids. A stye is a painful lump that develops on the upper ...

Whether they are caused by aging or genetics, droopy eyelids can affect more than just your appearance—they can also impair your vision. Plastic surgeon Dana Johns, MD, offers her expert advice on ...

Dr. Jonathan E. Lu (Ophthalmology, Massachusetts Eye and Ear): A 61-year-old man was evaluated in an ophthalmology clinic affiliated with this hospital because of eyelid swelling. Eight years before ...