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Graves eye disease help

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jennie63931
jennie63931

Hello i have very recently been diagnosed with Graves disease and have noticed changed in my eyes for about 4 months prior to the diagnosis.

I have been referred to a Ophthalmologist by my Endocrinologist however i have a 3 month wait for my appointment for initial consultation with the Ophthalmologist

I'm concerned as from what I've been reading fast treatment is essential for the long term outcomes.

I'm really keen to do what i can so my eyes do not get worse. Ive read that Sodium selenite 100mcg twice a day could improve outcomes if taken for 6 months. I can get this myself over the counter but just wondered if anyone had any experience or advice.

My eyes are swollen, red and have a burning sensation.

I'm currently taking propylithiouracil. I had a severe allergic reaction to Carbimazole 6 weeks ago. As a result I'm on high dose Fexofenadine for 2 months and beta blockers to lower my heart rate.

Any advice on improving my eyes or making preventing them from getting worse would be greatly appreciated

Thanks

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  • arlea13920
    arlea13920 jennie63931

    Posted

    your eyes are precious, so don't mess with them. you need to see an opthamologist. they are very good at taking care of your eyes. i had Graves myself, and my eye doctors gave me two

    different drops that i continue to take one daily and the other is twice daily. i also had a new prescription for my glasses. Stay safe and see a professional for your health problems.

    God bless.

    Moody

    • jennie63931
      jennie63931 arlea13920

      Posted

      I have been referred to a health professional but its a 3 month wait. Selenium has been found in studies to help with the long term effects.

      Because my eyes are precious i want to help them straight away if i can not in 3 months time.

  • kat0
    kat0 jennie63931

    Posted

    hi there,

    i cannot seem to create a new thread but i had a test at the opticians yesterday which has left me rather upset.

    however i googled graves disease eye issues and i seem to have the early signs of eye problems.

    I was told these issues would not affect me maybe 10 or more years down the line, or at least thats what i thought.

    I feel as though its my fault for continuing my lifestyle as if nothing had changed and in addition to this i work with computers.

    anyway my query if anyone can answer is who do i go to about this? i am rather concerned and its all i am thinking about.

    Also is there anything i can do until i recieve treatment?

    sorry for posting on the reply part , maybe itll let me post a question at a computer rather than on my phone.

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