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Proceedings of the IRSC Department of Biological Sciences, Volume 2 (2019)
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Does Obesity Contribute to Poor Eyelid Laxity?

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Contributors: Kathryn , Olivos, Kayla , Smotrilla, Robin Willoughby, Ph.D.
Description: Eyelid laxity is a clinical term, which refers to the lower and/or upper eyelids containing less elastin and collagen than normal, thus appearing loose and droopy. This condition causes irritation, excessive tearing, and redness that may contribute to dry eye syndrome. Many factors are believed to cause eyelid laxity, such as smoking and excessive sun exposure. A study was conducted to see… more
Full Text: … Proceedings of the IRSC Department of Biological Sciences ABSTRACT Does obesity contribute to poor eyelid laxity? Kathryn Olivos 1,2, Kayla Smotrilla 1,2, Rob Vickers, M.D. 2 Eyelid laxity is a clinical term, which refers to the lower and/or upper …

Does Sleeping Position Negatively Affect Eyelid Laxity?

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Contributors: Kathryn , Olivos, Kayla , Smotrilla, Rob Vickers, M.D., Robin Willoughby, Ph.D.
Publisher: IRSC Department of Biological Sciences
Description: Eyelid laxity is a condition where the eyelid connective tissue loses elasticity, which leads to malposition of the lids and ocular surface discomfort. An increase in eyelid laxity can occur with age and environmental factors. Patients were selected randomly from a general optometric practice with an age range of 20-85 years. Exclusion criteria included facial nerve palsy and a history of eyelid… more
Full Text: … Proceedings of the IRSC Department of Biological Sciences ABSTRACT Does Sleeping Position Negatively Affect Eyelid Laxity? Kayla Smotrilla 1,2, Kathryn Olivos 1,2, Rob Vickers M.D. 2 Eyelid laxity is a condition where the eyelid connective tissue loses …