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Ptosis of the eyelid is a condition in which the eyelid droops. It is also known as blepharoptosis. If left untreated; it can cause lazy eye, or "amblyopia."

5 Great Resources on Ptosis

• University of Illinois Eye and Ear Infirmary: Ptosis
• St. Luke's Cataract & Laser Institute: Ptosis
• Cleveland Clinic Cole Eye Institute: Ptosis
• Steen Hall Eye Institute: Ptosis
• EyeMDLink: Ptosis

5 Latest Headlines on Ptosis

• More Ptosis News from Google

What is Ptosis?

• Wikipedia: Ptosis of the Eyelid
• eMedicine: Introduction to Ptosis
• The Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology: Ptosis
• InteliHealth: What is Ptosis?
• A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Image of Ptosis

What Are The Symptoms of Ptosis?

• InteliHealth: Symptoms of Ptosis
• A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Symptoms
• University of Pennsylvania: Symptoms of Ptosis
• St. Luke's Cataract & Laser Institute: Signs and Symptoms

What Are The Causes and Complications of Ptosis?

• Wikipedia: Causes
• eMedicine: Clinical History
• InteliHealth: When to Call a Professional
• A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Causes

What Are The Treatments and Medications for Ptosis?

• Wikipedia: Treatment
• eMedicine: Treatment
• InteliHealth: Treatment
• Eyeway: How is it Treated?
• A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Treatment

What Are The Types, Stages and Survival Rates of Ptosis?

• Eyeway: What are the Different Types of Ptosis?
• InteliHealth: Prognosis
• A.D.A.M. (via MedlinePlus): Prognisis
• eMedicine: Outcome and Prognosis

Wisdom, Personal Experiences and Blogs about Ptosis

• Mytophealth: Can Ptosis Be Corrected Without Surgery?
• Wikipedia: Famous People with Ptosis
• Bookxo: Congenital Ptosis?
• Karens Life, Love, and Joy: Asbjoern's Eye

Foundations and Support Groups on Ptosis

• American Academy of Ophthalmology
• National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke
• American Academy of Pediatrics
• Myasthenia Gravis Foundation of America

Message Boards, Chat and Discussions about Ptosis

• MedHelp: Ptosis Message Boards
• Healthboards: Ptosis Discussions
• eHealthForum: Ptosis Posts
• DailyStrength: Ptosis Posts
• VisionChannel: Ptosis Discussions

Scientific and Medical Journal Articles on Ptosis

• PubMed Central: Ptosis Articles
• Google Scholar: Ptosis Articles
• Archives of Ophthalmology: Ptosis Articles

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