As we get older, the very thin
skin above the eyes starts to loose its elasticity.
The skin in this area is very movable and loose,
so it is one of the first regions to begin drooping.
The long medical term for this is dermatochalasis.
Many individuals compensate for this drooping
of the eyelids by raising their eyebrows; however,
this can lead to headaches and fatigue. Sometimes
the droopiness of the eyelids is so pronounced
that is can interfere with your visual field or
lead to severe eye irritation. This condition
can be addressed with an outpatient surgical procedure
called blepharoplasty.
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