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Vocabulary Entry

ptosis

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noun

A medical condition characterized by the drooping or falling of an organ or body part, especially the upper eyelid.

Example Sentences

"The patient was diagnosed with ptosis in her left eye."

"Ptosis can sometimes be caused by nerve damage."

"In severe cases, ptosis may require surgical intervention."

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