Eye irritation, swelling around the eyelids, double vision, or eyes that appear unusually prominent can sometimes be thyroid eye disease symptoms. Thyroid eye disease (TED), also called Graves’ eye disease or thyroid-associated orbitopathy, is an autoimmune condition in which inflammation affects tissues around the eyes. Although it commonly occurs in people with Graves’ disease, it can also occur in people with normal or low thyroid hormone levels. Because symptoms range from mild dryness to serious vision problems, recognizing changes early and getting proper eye care can make a meaningful difference.…
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