My one eye is smaller than the other. Do I need a surgery?

Question

Hi doctor,

I have an eye problem which is that my left eye developed to be smaller than the other. It is more obvious when I take pictures. Is there anything I can do or will I need to do a surgery?

Answer 1

Hi,

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From your photo (attachment removed to protect patient identity), I can tell you that the upper eyelid of your right eye is drooping down. It is a medical condition called ptosis. Although your right eyeball is not small, due to the drooping, it gives us a false impression that it is small. The main problem is in the eyelid. It is a benign condition and apart from cosmesis, has no relevance to the function of the eye. Does your eyelid drooping remain constant or does it vary depending on the time of day? If yours is a variable ptosis, you will need to be tested and treated for muscle disorders. But if your drooping is a constant one, then I can tell you that this condition will need surgery and there is no other remedy for this.