Complications of bulging eyes due to hyperthyroidism 4
Proptosis is a condition in which the eyeball protrudes or protrudes more than normal.
MSc. Pham Huy Vu Tung, Ophthalmology specialist, Tam Anh General Hospital in Ho Chi Minh City, said that autoimmune hyperthyroidism can cause the immune system to attack the muscles and fatty tissue around and behind the eyes.
Signs of bulging eyes include the whites of the eyes being clearly visible, the eyeballs pushing forward, and the upper eyelids being difficult to see due to large eyes.
In severe cases, the patient has difficulty closing their eyes, increasing the risk of corneal damage due to dry eyes.
Bulging eyes make it difficult to close the eyes, dry eyes can easily damage the cornea.
People with signs of bulging eyes or hyperthyroidism should have their eyes examined regularly.
Some other tests and imaging diagnostics include an eyeball measurement to measure the distance the eyeball protrudes from the eye socket, and a blood test to check for thyroid disease.
Dr. Tung said treatment of bulging eyes depends on the cause, symptoms and condition of the disease.
Other treatments include treating double vision by attaching prisms to eyeglasses to redirect light entering the eye.
Dr. Tung advises people with thyroid diseases such as hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism… to take medication at the correct dose, regularly according to instructions, and avoid skipping medication or treatment.
Have regular eye exams at least twice a year. If you detect any eye abnormalities, you should have them checked as soon as possible.
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