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Also known as: eye folds.
Epicanthal folds are the folds of skin that run from the upper eyelid to the inner corner of the eye. In some people, they cover this inner corner. This is completely normal in many people, including those of Asian descent and infants. But in some cases, they may be a sign of an underlying medical condition.
When not naturally occurring, epicanthal folds can be a telltale sign of the following conditions:
If epicanthal folds are present, typically no action is needed.
If a child has epicanthal folds, and you suspect that another medical condition might be present, you can discuss it with your health care provider.
Reviewed by: Luxme Hariharan, MD
This page was last updated on: December 03, 2021 01:21 PM
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