{"id":16957,"date":"2021-08-29T10:44:03","date_gmt":"2021-08-29T10:44:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/?page_id=16957"},"modified":"2021-08-29T10:44:03","modified_gmt":"2021-08-29T10:44:03","slug":"ectropion-diagnosis-and-treatment","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/dry-eye\/eyelid-conditions\/ectropion-diagnosis-and-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Ectropion: Diagnosis and Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"

Don\u2019t worry if you notice \u2018droopy eyelids\u2019 as this condition can be treated.<\/b><\/h2>\n

Have you noticed your eyelids don’t appear like they used to? Perhaps they are sagging or drooping down?<\/p>\n

As you age, the muscles around your eyes begin to weaken. This is a common cause of ‘drooping eyelids’, also called ectropion<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The activities you once enjoyed may be difficult when your eyes are watery or sore. Reading, driving, socializing with friends, applying makeup and even watching television can lose their appeal when your eyes are uncomfortable.<\/p>\n

Fortunately, ectropion can be effectively treated.<\/p>\n

How is ectropion diagnosed?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Ectropion is diagnosed during a comprehensive eye exam of your eyelids.<\/p>\n

The eye doctor will use a bright light and a device known as a slit lamp to closely view your eyelids under high magnification.<\/p>\n

The ectropion is diagnosed when an eyelid, most commonly the lower eyelid, is either drooping, sagging or falling forward. Frequently, the inner surface of the eyelid is visible.<\/p>\n

Examination of the eyelids will include:<\/p>\n