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Is it normal for patients with grave's disease to get bulging eyes?
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It is not uncommon: Must see ophthamologist to discuss possible need for therapy-discuss alternate therapeutic possibilities.
Answered 9/22/2013
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Yes: Grave's disease causes "bulging eyes" also called proptosis as the tissues around the eyes (the extraocular muscles and orbital fat) become inflamed and infiltratedwith cells and protein, the eyes are displaced forward in the orbit. The eyelids can also become retracted adding to the appearance. Patients get dry eye and corneal problems in addition to double vision. Controliing thyroid helps.
Answered 4/6/2013
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