Phone Number
(813) 971-3846
After Hours
(727) 343-3004
Thyroid eye disease is most often caused by hyperthyroidism, which itself could be the result of Graves disease. Most people who are diagnosed with Graves disease develop thyroid eye disease within six months. Graves disease is an autoimmune disorder, and thyroid eye disease is the result of the body’s immune system creating new tissue, muscle, and fat behind the eye.
These extra tissues, muscles, and fats can push the eye outward, making them bulge. This can lead to the eyelids retracting and not completely closing over the eye. When that happens, you risk permanent damage to your cornea, which would at that point be unprotected. Continue Reading
Have you noticed that you have a more tired or older look because of your upper or lower eyelids? Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, can help correct these issues and take years off of your appearance. Here are three signs of aging that can be reversed with blepharoplasty. Under Eye Bags Under eye bags are often… Continue Reading
Have you noticed that you have a more tired or older look because of your upper or lower eyelids? Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, can help correct these issues and take years off of your appearance. Here are three signs of aging that can be reversed with blepharoplasty. Under Eye Bags Under eye bags are often… Continue Reading
Did you know that your eyelids can affect more than just your appearance? There are some problems that occur with eyelids that can actually affect your vision. When you have these conditions, it is important to seek out a diagnosis and treatment to prevent any lasting vision loss and to protect the health of your… Continue Reading
Hyperthyroidism, or Graves disease, affects the body in a number of ways. One way is that it can result in thyroid eye disease. Even if you seek treatment for hyperthyroidism, the eye problems that it can cause may not be easily reversed without surgical intervention. Here are the symptoms of thyroid eye disease and the… Continue Reading
Sunglasses have become popular fashion accessories, often costing hundreds of dollars from designer brands. However, it is important to remember that sunglasses serve an incredibly important purpose by protecting the eyes from the sun. Many people forget that the sun’s UV rays can harm the eyes just like they can harm the skin. Wearing sunglasses… Continue Reading
Thyroid eye disease, also known as Graves’ disease, is not nearly as well known as cataracts or glaucoma, but it is still a very important condition to understand. Thyroid eye disease causes the soft tissues and muscles in the eye socket to swell, most likely due to thyroid gland dysfunction. Mild cases of TED only… Continue Reading
There are many things you might think could save your life: an experienced ER surgeon, a fortuitously timed blood test, or reliable brakes on your car, for instance. But what about an eye exam? Most people think of an eye exam as the annual requirement to keep their glasses prescriptions up-to-date, but as one 8-year-old… Continue Reading
The human eye can seem like quite a mystery. For such a small part of the body, it accomplishes an incredible task. But how? Vision cannot occur without light. When light reflects off an object, it enters the eye through the cornea, which is the transparent outer covering of the eye. All of the rays… Continue Reading
Have you been waking up each morning and noticing, more often than not, that the area under your eyes has been taken over by unattractive dark bags? Even if you’re getting enough sleep and eating well, this problem can happen without warning. But why, and what can you do to reverse the effects? Understanding Those… Continue Reading
Phone: (813) 971-3846
(727) 342-3004 (also after hours)
Office Hours:
Mon - Thu: 8am - 5pm
Fri: 8am - 12pm
5379 Primrose Lake Cir
Tampa, FL 33647
(Inside the office of The Bowman Institute for Dermatologic Surgery)
Phone: (813) 971-3846
6950 Central Ave
St. Petersburg, FL 33707
(Inside the office of The Pasadena Eye Center)
(727) 342-3004 (also after hours)
501 N. Howard Ave, Suite 100
Tampa, FL 33606
14003 Lakeshore Blvd
Hudson, FL 34667
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