Be at least 1-2 inches away from the umbilicus. Inject at a 45 â 90 degree angle. The maximum amount that can be injected subcutaneously is 1cc. Sites for subcutaneous injections: 1. Outer aspect of the upper arm. 2. The abdomen â below the costal margin (rib cage) to the iliac crest. 3.
Blepharoptosis or ptosis (pronounced TOE-sis) is defined as drooping of the upper eyelid. Ptosis can be bilateral or unilateral and can be difficult to identify unless a proper exam is performed.
DEFINITION of Myokymia. Myokymia is the medical name for eyelid twitching. Myokymia is spontaneous contracture of the eyelid muscles, usually the orbicularis oculi muscle. Myokymia is usually unilateral (one eye only) and more often involves the lower eyelid instead of the upper. The condition is not serious and is usually self limiting.