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Can underactive thyroid cause puffiness under eyes or redness under the eye? mine has been pretty low. i dont go back to doc until end of march for labs?

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Dr. Richard Romano
Dr. Richard Romanoanswered
Internal Medicine 11 years experience
An underactive thyroid can cause eye puffiness. More information is a need; there are many things that can cause redness of the eyes or puffy eyes. PLease see a doctor
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