Patient's question:
My son is three and a half years old. He has double eyelids, but I don't know why, every time one eye becomes double eyelid, he immediately gets a cold and fever and is sick for a few days. Is there a necessary connection between this change and the illness? Why does it happen every time? What is the principle behind it?Doctor's answer:
This is normal because after fatigue and consumption, the slightly wrinkled monolidded eyes deepen the fold temporarily, turning them into double eyelids. Of course, similarly, people with double eyelids can also temporarily develop triple eyelids when tired, sick, or sleep-deprived. A cold and dehydration can not only cause double eyelids but also severely affect the body's normal metabolic functions. Therefore, when you have a fever, it's important to replenish fluids by drinking plenty of plain water and fruit and vegetable juices. Fruit and vegetable juices are rich in vitamins and minerals, especially beetroot juice and carrot juice. During a cold, solid foods should be avoided until your condition improves.