What Are Epicanthal Folds?
The epicanthic or epicanthal folds are either of no significance whatsoever or a potential disease marker, especially in newborns. The appearance of the fold typically means that a small amount of skin may cover the inside corners of the eye. When a person’s eyes are open, the fold on the upper lid can look as though the upper eyelids have disappeared and are not prominent. This is frequently referred to as the Asian eye, since many people of Asian descent, and a few of other cultures have this feature.
