Chalazion

Its been almost 3 weeks now since I have suffered from chalazion on my left upper eyelid. It was cured on the 4th day but I have noticed that it altered the shape of my eyelid. Im suspecting it might be a slight droopy eyelid. This is the first time i had a chalazion. Can chalazions cause droopy eyelids or cause the eyelid shape to change in anyways permanantely?

[John C Hagan III, MD, FACS, FAAO]

Use the search feature and archives to read about chalazions. They usually take weeks to months to go away and its likely there still is a chalazion there. Close your eyes and run your finger over the lid. Chances are you will feel a small bump under the skin. Chalazion does not cause permanent droopy lid (ptosis).

JCH MD

[justin608]

THank you doctor. I dont think I have a bump any more but i believe that the chalazion has changed the way my eyelid looked. THe margins of my eyelids look uneven now. Is there any explanantion for that. And Can I get it fixed? IM pretty sure there is no chalazion left.

[John C Hagan III, MD, FACS, FAAO]

You would need to see an ophthalmologist Eye MD that specilizes in oculoplastic surgery. If you live in the USA find one near you at www.aao.org

JCH MD