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AVN Arogya Ayurvedic Hospital

Drooping eyelid

A drooping eyelid, or ptosis, occurs when the upper eyelid falls to a lower position than normal. It can affect one or both eyes and may obstruct vision if severe.

Common Causes of Drooping eyelid

  • Ageing and weakened eyelid muscles
  • Nerve damage (third cranial nerve palsy)
  • Myasthenia gravis
  • Horner syndrome
  • Eyelid injury or surgery

When to Seek Urgent Medical Care for Drooping eyelid

These signs may indicate a serious problem — don't wait, seek medical care right away:

  • Seek urgent care if eyelid drooping appears suddenly, is accompanied by double vision, pupil changes, headache, or weakness in other parts of the body.

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