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orbital decompression

What is Thyroid Eye Disease?

Thyroid eye disease (Graves eye disease) is an autoimmune disorder, where the eyes are affected adversely in those with thyroid disease. It can cause a range of symptoms: Bulgy eyes (proptosis) Wet eyes or dry eyes with redness and irritation Eyelids may look puffy or have “baggy eyes” Lower lid pulls down and upper eyelid … Read more

Graves’ Disease Characteristics

Graves’ Disease, Thyroid Orbitopathy, or thyroid eye disease, is an autoimmune inflammatory disorder of uncertain etiology. The disease affects the tissues of the orbit, like eyelids and extraocular muscles, as well as other tissues surrounding the eyes. Patients with this disorder often have an associated thyroid abnormality, which may manifest either before, during, or after … Read more