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The floppy eyelid syndrome

W W Culbertson, H B Ostler

    American Journal of Ophthalmology
    |October 1, 1981
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    Floppy eyelid syndrome causes upper eyelid eversion during sleep, leading to irritation and conjunctivitis. Treatment involves preventing eyelid eversion during sleep to manage symptoms.

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    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Sleep Medicine

    Background:

    • Floppy eyelid syndrome (FES) is a poorly understood condition affecting the upper eyelid.
    • It is characterized by an easily everted, floppy upper eyelid and associated papillary conjunctivitis.

    Observation:

    • The study included 11 overweight men aged 34-56 with diagnosed FES.
    • A key manifestation is the upper eyelid's tendency to evert during sleep.

    Findings:

    • No specific findings were detailed beyond the characteristic symptoms of FES.
    • The mechanism involves upper eyelid eversion during sleep, causing irritation and conjunctival changes.

    Implications:

    • Understanding the nocturnal eversion is crucial for managing FES.
    • Preventing upper eyelid eversion during sleep is presented as an effective treatment strategy.