If malar bags are the result of a thyroid problem, then do they improve with the appropriate medication?

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Hi. I would really love to know if malar bags can be improved if the appropriate medication is prescribed for a thyroid problem? I am currently being referred to my local hospital for investigative tests, thyroid is only a potential possibility, but I have horrendous malar bags which have only appeared with the onset of other symptoms. They are taking over my life though as I work as a model and can't focus on anything else but how tired I look. I would also consider other treatments. Thank you.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD · Answer

Individuals with Grave's disease can have swelling and malar changes associated with their orbital disease.  This generally to do not full resolve when the Grave's diseases burns out.  Grave's disease is associated with an overactive thyroid.  If you have been diagnosed as hypothyroid, a more common thyroid problem, this is generally not associated with a malar bag.  Most likely your malar bag is unrelated to your thyroid status. Generally these are addressed with fillers or lower eyelid surgery.  Consider consulting a fellowship trained oculoplastic surgeon.

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