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ILLUSTRATED VIDEO · 39 SECONDS

Normal thyroid levels and thyroid eye disease: an eye exam still matters

A 39-second illustrated guide to TED with normal or low thyroid levels, separate eye assessment, and preparing for an appointment.

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Medical review by Irina Belinsky, MD, Oculoplastics · completion confirmed by the site owner .

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TED is linked to Graves' disease, but they're separate conditions. TED can occur with normal or low thyroid levels, and thyroid care may not treat the eyes. A clinician usually asks about your health history and examines your eyes. Thyroid blood tests are common, and sometimes a scan helps show tissues behind the eyes. A checklist cannot diagnose TED. But it can help you prepare. Visit thyroideyedisease dot help for a symptom checklist and specialist finder, then take your results to an eye appointment.

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