13 Nov, 2019 7:19 PM

Dr Munene R H of Nairobi Oculoplasty Centre is a specialist in ptosis treatment based in Nairobi, Kenya. Ptosis is the reconstruction and fixing up of droopy upper eyelid(s). More often than not, a droopy eyelid usually result in difficulty in keeping the eye open, since the drooping eyelids often cause obstruction of vision as a result of lazy eye.

Symptoms of Ptosis
• When one or both eyelids sag to an extent of beginning to cover the pupil
• Extremely dry or watery eyes, with face looking weary or tired
• Where eyelids are no longer functioning effectively to keep the eyes moist
• Tired or severe appearance
• Obstructed vision
• Pathologic droopy eyelid

Causes of Ptosis
• May occur due to various medical disorders, age or trauma
• Congenital ptosis can occur at birth, when levator muscle fails to develop properly
• Acquired ptosis develops it later in life
• Old age, through the natural aging process, weakening the muscle
• Can be neurological

At Nairobi Oculoplasty Centre, we specialize in cosmetic and constructive facial hence experts in eyelids, orbit and tear drain system. We perform tests to establish the extent of the damage. Based on the results of tests, an ideal method of treatment is recommended, either surgically, through tightening of the muscle that elevates the eyelid or, in cases of severe ptosis, where the levator muscle is extremely weak, sling operation is performed to enable the forehead muscles to elevate the eyelids and permit full field of vision and achieve symmetry with the opposite upper eyelid.

Our Contacts
Mobile: 0777 602622 0736 603602 or 0723 603602
Location: Fortis Suite, 4th Flr, Room 401, Hospital Road, Upper Hill, Nairobi
Email: [email protected]

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