Thyroid Eye Disease Photos
Typical look of thyroid eye disease as evidenced by:
* Eye Lid Retraction
* Inflammation of eyeball in outer corners
* Excessive Tearing
* Double vision
*Symptoms may appear as dryness, irritation (sandy feeling), inability to close
eyelids fully, swelling and puffiness and a tight feeling in eye sockets.
Temporary relief may be obtained by using lubricating tears only (with no preservatives) - do not use eye drops that decrease redness.
If you wish to reproduce this image, please contact the These photos are provided for educational and informational purposes only. If you experience any of these symptoms, please seek care from an Ophthalmologist experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of thyroid eye disease. A variety of treatments are available for thyroid eye disease and your physician is best qualified to guide you in the best outcome. American Foundation of Thyroid Patients Copyright © 1999, 2000, 2001 The American Foundation of Thyroid Patients Website created by Loreece. loreece@nwol.net
Side view illustrates bulging (proptosis) of the eye and eye lid retraction,
of upper and lower lids. 
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