When it is, it's usually associated with genetic disorders, such as Down syndrome.įactors that increase your risk of developing ectropion include: Rarely is ectropion present at birth (congenital). Benign or cancerous growths on your eyelid can cause the lid to turn outward.
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Previous eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) can cause ectropion, particularly if a considerable amount of skin was removed from the eyelid at the time of surgery. Skin that has been damaged by burns or trauma, such as a dog bite, can affect the way that your eyelid rests against your eye. Facial paralysis that affects eyelid muscles can lead to ectropion. Certain conditions, such as Bell's palsy, and certain types of tumors can paralyze facial nerves and muscles. When they weaken, your eyelid can begin to droop. These muscles and tendons hold your eyelid taut against your eye. As you age, the muscles under your eyes tend to weaken, and tendons stretch out. These are signs and symptoms of cornea exposure or ulcers, which can harm your vision. Rapidly increasing redness in your eyes.Seek immediate care if you have been diagnosed with ectropion and you experience: See your doctor if your eyes are constantly watering or irritated, or your eyelid seems to be sagging or drooping. Stagnant tears or dry eyes can irritate the surface of the cornea, making you sensitive to light. Stagnant tears or dryness can irritate your eyes, causing a burning sensation and redness in your eyelids and the whites of your eyes. Ectropion can cause your eyes to feel dry, gritty and sandy.
Without proper drainage, your tears may pool and constantly flow over your eyelids. The resulting signs and symptoms can include: If you have ectropion, your lower lid pulls away from your eye and tears don't drain properly into the puncta. These tears drain into small openings on the inner part of your eyelids (puncta). Normally when you blink, your eyelids distribute tears evenly across your eyes, keeping the surfaces of the eyes lubricated.
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