Ectropion of the upper eyelid is caused by scarring, aging, congenital anomalies and other factors, and usually cannot recover on its own.
Ectropion of the upper eyelid generally refers to a variety of reasons for the eyelid margin turned outward away from the eyeball, the lid conjunctiva is often exposed to varying degrees of manifestations, patients are often combined with incomplete closure of the eyelid fissure. Ectropion of the upper eyelid mainly includes scarring ectropion, senile ectropion, paralytic ectropion, and congenital ectropion, which usually cannot be recovered on its own.
Upper eyelid ectropion can lead to tearing, eczema and other eye discomforts, and patients can be relieved by surgical treatments such as blepharoplasty.
It is recommended that patients with ectropion should seek medical attention in a timely manner to assess their condition and follow the doctor’s instructions to avoid delaying their condition.