- Find
- Manage
- Resources
Migraine With Ptosis
Ptosis is also called "drooping eyelid." It is caused by weakness of the muscle responsible for raising the eyelid, damage to the nerves that control those muscles, or looseness of the skin of the upper eyelids.
Alternative Names
Drooping eyelids
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Drooping eyelid can be caused by the normal aging process, a congenital abnormality (present before birth), or the result of an injury or disease.
Risk factors include aging,
More information on "Migraine With Ptosis"
From Our Experts
Migraine Term of the Day: Ptosis
When we're looking at Migraine and headache information, whether it's from our doctor, a book, or an online article, we sometimes come... Read more »
New Migraine and Headache Info on MMC, 12/7/09
Hello, everyone! For those of you who are super busy or don't feel well enough to look around for what's new, each week, I'll be posting... Read more »
Risk Factors for Prolapse
Prolapse in women has been associated with many factors. Studies have implicated pregnancy, aging, hormonal status, obesity and weight... Read more »
From Our Sources
Ptosis, Migraine and Headache Glossary
Ptosis is dropping or drooping of an organ or part, as the upper eyelid from paralysis, or the visceral organs from weakness of the abdominal... Read more »
Hemicrania Continua
Hemicrania continua is considered a primary headache disorder, meaning that it's not caused by another condition. It's a rare but treatable disorder.... Read more »
Migraines and Headaches Related to Sports
Sports and exercise are fairly common Migraine triggers. That can present a conundrum for us. We need exercise to maintain our health, and it's... Read more »
Eyelid drooping
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Eyelid drooping is excessive sagging of the upper eyelid. See also: Drooping eyelid disease Considerations A drooping eyelid can stay... Read more »
Cluster Headaches: The Basics
Cluster headaches are often said to be the most painful of all headaches. They have been described as "boring," bearing, burning," "like a hot ... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
