What would be my options for my bulging eye other than orbital decompression surgery? (Photo)

May 5, 2018
Asked By:graveseye in Toronto, ON

I have graves but have been in remission over 10 years. Sometimes my right eye is not as bulgy but sometimes it flares up and looks more noticeable. It’s really affected my confidence and self esteem and I think I am seriously considering some kind of procedure because I don’t want to feel bad about myself anymore. Please help.

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Answers (2)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
MOST RECENT
May 8, 2018

Answer: See oculoplastic surgeon for evaluation of bulging eye

Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACSOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
MOST RECENT
May 8, 2018

Answer: See oculoplastic surgeon for evaluation of bulging eye

Mehryar (Ray) Taban, MD, FACSOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
May 8, 2018

Answer: Self-Diagnosis is dangerous business.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology
May 8, 2018

Answer: Self-Diagnosis is dangerous business.

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MDOculoplastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Ophthalmology

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