A rare sight: Childhood blepharochalasis presenting as recurrent eyelid swelling: A case report

Abstract

Introduction and importance: Blepharochalasis is a rare eyelid condition that usually affects the upper eyelids and is characterized by persistent, painless edema. This article emphasizes how difficult it can be to diagnose blepharochalasis and how crucial it is to take it into account when making a differential diagnosis for recurrent eyelid swelling. Additionally, it highlights the necessity of surgical intervention and the limited effectiveness of medicinal therapy.

Case presentation: This case report features a 12-year-old kid who has experienced recurring swelling of the upper eyelid for the previous six years. This was eventually diagnosed as a rare condition called blepharochalasis, and treated with blepharoplasty.

Clinical discussion: When nephrotic syndrome was first suspected, systemic involvement was ruled out by careful investigation. Upon physical examination, there was laxity of the eyelids and bilateral ptosis. Renal and liver function tests, among other laboratory testing, came back within normal ranges. The patient was sent to plastic surgery and had blepharoplasty.

Conclusion: Blepharochalasis presents with recurrent eyelids swelling and is often misdiagnosed as other pathologies such as nephrotic syndrome. This case highlights the importance of clinical manifestation and management of blepharochalasis.

Keywords: Blepharochalasis; Blephroplasty; Eyelids swelling.