Graves Disease

Graves’ disease is a type of thyroid issue that can develop and wreak havoc throughout the body. It can also manifest in the eye area, causing the eyes to bulge outward and resulting in various issues such as blurred vision or dry eyes. Dr. Daniel S. Tresley of Northbrook, IL, can educate you on what

Graves disease is an autoimmune disorder resulting in the thyroid gland’s overactivity. The thyroid gland is a unique, butterfly-shaped gland that is located in the lower front of the neck. The thyroid produces the thyroid hormones responsible for regulating the body’s metabolism. When someone has Graves disease, their body produces too much thyroid hormone, causing

Patients who have been diagnosed with Grave’s disease or hyperthyroidism may be all too familiar with the way in which the eyelids and the surrounding facial tissues are affected by this condition. This is especially true for patients who have had radioactive iodine treatment as a way to resolve the issue. While the eyelids may

Patients who have been diagnosed with Graves disease may be unsure as to how this condition affects their appearance. This autoimmune disease can cause hyperthyroidism, which is the overproduction of hormones in the thyroid. With this disease, patients often experience changes to their eyelids and the appearance of their eyes, which can cause patients to