Thyroid eye disease occurs as a result of an autoimmune process (the body attacks itself) and can be associated with Graves disease. In Graves, an overproduction of thyroid hormone produces symptoms such as rapid heart rate, weight loss, agitation, hair loss, and even shortness of breath. Symptoms of thyroid eye disease (also called Graves ophthalmopathy) include diminished visual acuity, bulging, red or swollen eyes, sensitivity to light, blurred or double vision, and decreased eye movement.
If medication is not effective at reducing the symptoms of thyroid eye disease, surgery may be needed. Dr. Dailey or Dr. Ng may recommend one or more of the following procedures: orbital decompression (expanding the bones of the eye socket to allow a bulging eye to recede), eye muscle surgery to alleviate double vision, or eyelid surgery to prevent overexposure of the cornea and restore a more normal appearance.
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