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Can a problem with your thyroid cause under eye puffiness? i am very active and healthy . i am 52 and look like my mom who is 82. help!

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Dr. Stephen Metzinger answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Puffy eyes: Thyroid disease can cause under eye puffiness. So can a multitude of other things ranging from allergy to heredity. Do yourself a favor and get evaluated by a board certified plastic surgeon, facial plastic surgeon or oculoplastic surgeon. A simple blood test should be able to help-good luck.

Answered 10/14/2013

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A member asked:

Can a problem with your thyroid cause under eye puffiness? i am very active and healthy . i am 52 and look like my mom who is 82. help!

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Dr. Stephen Metzinger answered

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