Symptoms of Thyroid Eye Disease

• Swelling (edema) of the eyelids and tissue around the eye
• A constant stare
• Eyelid retraction
• Dry eyes or a sensation of grit or irritation to the eye
• Watering and redness of the eyes
• Sensitivity to light
• A feeling of pressure in the eye sockets
• Double vision
• Loss of vision
• Loss of perception of bright colors

The symptoms described above may not necessarily mean that a person has thyroid eye disease. However, if you experience these symptoms, contact your eye doctor for a complete examination to evaluate for this common eye condition.