My eyelids always feel heavy. Any suggestions to fix them? (Photo)

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My eyelids frequently feel heavy and when I blink I can feel my eyelids folding (hard to describe) and it makes my eyes feel as if there is pressure being put upon them. I’ve browsed the web to see if I can find anything that causes this but I can’t. Any suggestions?

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

This image and your story is simply not sufficient to conclude that you have exophthalmos let alone thyroid related exophthalmos. I would encourage you to be assessed by a caring oculoplastic surgeon who is also board certified ophthalmologist to determine the basis for your concerns.

Brent Moelleken, MD · Answer

You may have an eye configuration called exophthalmos, where the eye protrudes.  Sometimes there is a medical cause for this such as too much thyroid hormone.  An internal medicine doctor would be a good first start to have a physical and lab tests to make sure your levels OK.  The configuration of a forward set globe makes the upper eyelid tighter on the globe, creating a sensation of heaviness or difficulty closing.  In patients with severe exophthalmos, there may be issues with the cornea becoming dry, causing visual issues.

Csaba L. Magassy, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

It is very difficult to tell with the limited view you have submitted. But it appears that your problem may be "Exophthalmos".. That is a condition frequently associate with Hypothyroidism.    You may want to consult  with an Ophthalmologist (eye doctor)  first , to assess what the problem is..

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