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What Causes Difficulty To Open Eyelids?

The last couple of days, upon waking in the morning, my right eyelid does not open immediately, with my left eyelid. After 10-15 seconds (I'm guessing here), it opens and appears normal. There is nothing sticky or crusty - seems to be the muscle not working.... I am 60 years old, 5'5" and 135 pounds, a teacher, and in good health.
Wed, 10 Sep 2014
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I am sorry to hear that you are having problem opening your right eyelid. The medical term for this is Ptosis. This is when the upper eye lid is unable to open from either a neurological problem or from redundant skin over the eye lid. In my practice I would do a complete neurological exam and eye exam and if any abnormalities proceed with imaging studies like CT scan or MRI. In your case I would recommend that you see your doctor to proceed with additional examinations and testing

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What Causes Difficulty To Open Eyelids?

Thanks for contacting HCM I am sorry to hear that you are having problem opening your right eyelid. The medical term for this is Ptosis. This is when the upper eye lid is unable to open from either a neurological problem or from redundant skin over the eye lid. In my practice I would do a complete neurological exam and eye exam and if any abnormalities proceed with imaging studies like CT scan or MRI. In your case I would recommend that you see your doctor to proceed with additional examinations and testing Hope this answers your question. Please contact us again with your questions.