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I've had an eyelid bump for years and can't cope anymore, any ideas?

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cat64470
cat64470

Basically, I can't find a single image or piece of information anywhere online that describes or matches the bump I have, so I'm resorting to forums.

 It's on my upper waterline and appears to just be part of the waterline itself. No fluid, no discolouration, it's not swollen, etc., it's just a bump. I've had it for over a decade and it's been remarked on by various opticians. Quite frankly, it's ugly and I've always been able to feel it, I can see it if I look upwards and I've noticed that it means my right (affected) eye closes less completely than the left (unaffected).

It's uncomfortable and makes me incredibly self-conscious and I've never had a positive doctors experience so I didn't want to go if they just dismiss me as usual.

Thanks for any advice.

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  • jeannae68307
    jeannae68307 cat64470

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    Just was told by my dermatologist that it Is benign problem and for me they recommended surgery by an eyelid surgeon.  I intend to do it this summer.  Yesterday, someone told me that biotin can cause it,  Don’t know if that is accurate or not.  Keep me posted.  Good luck.
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