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My ophthalmologist said my right eye is protruding 1mm. is a lot or a small amount to be protruding? we are looking into why but im curious how much 1mm matters. thank you?

Q: my ophthalmologist said my right eye is protruding 1mm. is a lot or a small amount to be protruding? we are looking into why but im curious how much 1mm matters. thank you?

: It is just a mild case of exophthalmos.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

It is just a mild case of exophthalmos.

Dr Machanic agreed

Answered 4/4/2022

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Indeed, it is mild, but should be followed. If becomes more prominent, may need imaging to rule out retro-orbital mass or inflammation. Might check thyroid function studies if additional symptoms.

Answered 4/4/2022

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A member asked:

My ophthalmologist said my right eye is protruding 1mm. is a lot or a small amount to be protruding? we are looking into why but im curious how much 1mm matters. thank you?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Hiep Le answered

Dr Machanic agreed

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

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