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Are droopy top eyelids related to Parkinsonism?

Parkinson's Disease | Last Active: 9 hours ago | Replies (3)
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Hello @laurievr,

I have had eyelid surgery to take care of droopy eyelids, but I know of others who have had the same surgery and have not had Parkinson's. I have been told by ophthalmologists that dry eyes are a problem for PD patients because we often don't blink enough.

Are you considering surgery for the droopy eyelid? I had the surgery to help with my peripheral vision. It was impacting my driving. What type of difficulties are you having because of the droopy lid?

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Laurie J Van Roekel | @laurievr | 9 hours ago

@hopeful33250
So far, my vision has not been affected. but I will be seeing my ophthalmologist this week for my double vision and I will see what he thinks about my eyelids. My eyes have been very dry for years but I really stepped up my eye drops and hope this helps. My right eye lid has been a bit droopy for years, but now it is saggy, with extra skin. The left is starting to get that way. THank you for your response.

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