03/06/2026
Do people around you get freaked out because you sleep with your eyes open? Then keep reading. 👀 Even though it may seem like a harmless or purely aesthetic thing, it can actually be a condition called lagophthalmos, which may lead to more serious eye problems. 🧐
When the eyes stay open or do not fully close during sleep, the cornea is not properly protected. This can lead to dryness, inflammation, damage to the cornea and eventually even vision problems. 😵💫
The cause can be related either to the eye itself or to the eyelids. Either way, if this happens to you or someone you know, especially if it has not been happening forever, it is worth visiting an eye specialist to make sure everything is okay. 👩⚕️
The good news is that many causes and symptoms can be treated. 🙂 Treatment may include gently taping the eyelids closed at night with medical tape, using lubricating eye drops or ointments before sleep, or in some cases a procedure that helps the eyelids close more effectively.
Do you know someone who sleeps with their eyes open? Tag them in the comments 👇