The Look of Graves
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Graves’ disease is an autoimmune disorder affecting millions of Americans- mostly women, starting in their 20s and 30s. It’s caused by the thyroid overproducing hormones that control metabolism.
“The most common thing that people know about Graves’ disease is you will start losing weight regardless of your appetite. The other thing you have is fast heartbeat,” says Dr. Heitham Ajlouni. He is an endocrinologist with Lee Memorial Health System.
The overactive thyroid can also cause heat sensitivity, nervousness, frequent bowel movements, trouble sleeping and trouble getting pregnant. While noticeable, these symptoms may not add up quickly. But there are telltale signs written across a patient’s face.
“Their eyeball will protrude in front of them and it’s called orbitopathy. So they have a special eye look. Also it can affect your skin, you can have non-pitting edema, swelling of your limb,” says Dr. Aljouni.
Graves’ disease is the only form of hyperthyroidism that affects the eyes in this way. The bulging is the result of inflammation and swelling of tissue behind the eyes. It can also cause double-vision, which is why doctors keep a close eye on its progression.
“Problems with irritation, redness, if it’s severe they can’t even close their eyes while they are sleeping. We have some measurements for the eye, so each visit we see if it’s advancing or not.”
Drug therapy and thyroid surgery are both treatments for Graves’ eye issues may require additional treatment or surgery. But in people searching for a cause to their worrisome woes, their eyes may give them away.
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This is why people don't watch tv anymore. 1 minute and 42 sec. to explain the serious condition.
The real question is why suddenly we get so many autoimmune diseases? Why would our body attack its own tissue? So much research is concentrated on treating the symptoms rather the cause.
@postiveelectron8879
4 жыл бұрын
Stress
@latichina5
4 жыл бұрын
We live very stressful lives
@ilqar887
3 жыл бұрын
Stress and not eating right
@ilqar887
3 жыл бұрын
@@tonbo-chan4910 do you have pain in your eye socket and pressure in temples?
@kobeylocc0388
Жыл бұрын
I agree completely. I asked the same question as well. In my opinion, they call them autoimmune diseases to hide the true reason why they exist so you can buy treatments for life and so they can continue to get money. Autoimmune diseases come from an imbalance in hormones from what I’ve seen. So it could be stress, low T, prolactin etc. Not a doctor btw.
I am constantly losing my weight. Getting hollow eyes, loss of appetite.
Thank you I'm 15 now and I was diagnosed when I was in 5th grade and I am one of the only boys who have it
@ShellBAtoms
4 жыл бұрын
Since carb consumption and thyroid hormone production are linked, it is possible that limiting carbs can reduce the severity of the hyperthyroid condition. ... Altogether, it seems like a diet that is 100% gluten-free and restricts carbs (like the ketogenic diet) is one of the best diets for people with hyperthyroidism. All the best to you, Joe!
@JimmyStruthers1000
4 жыл бұрын
Damn im sorry to hear that son
@terrizawane2609
3 жыл бұрын
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@robsonoma4839
3 жыл бұрын
@@terrizawane2609 so uh....what kind of herbs we talkin’? 😂😂
@terrizawane2609
3 жыл бұрын
@@robsonoma4839 herbal medicine
Thank you for your education.
Would being in a high stress environment or doing the interferon program cause Graves? I did a lot of time in my 20s and I did interferon when I was 23. I was diagnosed with graves at age 25.
The health system today is so corrupt, ignorant, and blind. But an awakening is happening. we need "cures" that treat the root of the problem, not "treatments" that are invasive, unnatural, do not cure, and only mask the symptoms rather that curing the root problem.
@user-tw8kt1gs3u
5 жыл бұрын
truereality84 I thought I was being ridiculous Actually everyone thinks I am. Medication isn't the only way, I just keep being given that but I have other health problems and they're made worse. Everyone thinks I'm just refusing to take the meds to hurt myself and pretend to be more ill or something but no one would want these symptoms. My doctors are terrible and clearly Graves' disease isn't studied enough I'm pretty sure I know what caused mine and it makes certain basic medicine very dangerous for all ages Thanks for sharing Thanks to all of you because it's not like doctors are gonna be able to relate
@jenniebaez6947
5 жыл бұрын
The first thing doctors tell you is to remove your entire thyroid or give you medication to cover the problem. They do not know what is the cause of this disease or how to cure it.
@cljmcclain
5 жыл бұрын
I totally agree! It's Corrupt like hell!! They only push enough drug to keep you coming back for more, they don't wanna cure anyone, cures don't make them rich. SMDH sad!
@Mztrue87
4 жыл бұрын
Facts... The hospital keeps encouraging me to remove my thyroid gland, but I made it clear from the beginning I didn't want surgery. I actually made it go into remission myself, by changing my diet to Alkaline. I hadn't taken their medication for a yr, & they kept saying the medication seems to be working.🤔
@imnotsure8250
4 жыл бұрын
wait until you wear pacemaker
Some of this information is not really accurate. Graves Disease does not usually begin in the 20s and 30s. It's mostly in the 40s and 50s and occasionally continues in an active state until one's 60s. Most people have minor (?) eye problems, and there are a minority (me included) who get severe thyroid eye disease with often requires 3 to 10 or more surgeries to make the eyes see without double vision and to get the eyelids to b able to open and close to protect the eyes. It's an awful illness. **Some "correlations" ... most people who get Graves Disease smoked cigarettes sometime in their life (when diagnosed or even many years earlier) Also emotional issues are a huge trigger ... especially what is called the "multiple major losses" (such as losing job, house, wife or husband, children, massive debt "all in a short period of time).
@luisvaldez6295
5 жыл бұрын
My friend is in her late twenties and she was diagnosed with this disease
@sincityraised702
5 жыл бұрын
Im 31 and have it
@palvinwacham8565
4 жыл бұрын
Am 25 I have it t
@motherof1doll.
4 жыл бұрын
My daughter was diagnosed last month. She is twelve years old. Never smoked.
@e11esounds
4 жыл бұрын
joshpembers diagnosed at 30. Agree on the multiple losses and stress being a major trigger.
Adam "Shifty" Schiff 👀brought me here
Some of us actually have trouble losing weight or even gaining.
@Vixinaful
4 жыл бұрын
Could be hashimotos.
I have got problem in my eyes.....it has bulged out and I am not able to close my eyes during my sleep
@arpanboro3772
5 жыл бұрын
Visit endocrinology as soon as possible.
@nirv2796
5 жыл бұрын
Alex Joseph You need the doctor man immediately
@Anonymous-hv9bg
4 жыл бұрын
This happened to my mom...I hope all is well and you visited your doctor...I was recently diagnosed with Graves’ disease...my eyes feel like there is fiber glass in them and I can feel the pressure...I’m just waiting to wake up one day and look in the mirror and be like 😳NOOOOOO!!!....my moms eyes are fine now because she sought treatment immediately....again I hope all is well with you and you’ve figured out what is going on💖
@shalukaushal6930
4 жыл бұрын
@@Anonymous-hv9bg which treatment
@Mai-bp4sh
4 жыл бұрын
Love Land what kind of treatment?
My eyes made my whole face look differently once i was diagnosed with graves! Its almost embarrassing!
@johnpaulfuertes7284
4 жыл бұрын
I relate
@Anonymous-hv9bg
4 жыл бұрын
I can relate ....I look back to pictures and I’m like I just wanna be that girl again🙁
@Anonymous-hv9bg
4 жыл бұрын
abhishek it’s really such a shitty feeling, to not be able to control your own body....have you been diagnosed with graves?
@user-dy7fh8wx7c
4 жыл бұрын
Love Land , me too 😥☹️😔, I looked to all of my photos two years ago only before I notice I am having hair loss everytime I wake up a lot of hair on pillow and even while I’m walking it is Falling on the floor then suddenly my eyes changed and I have dry skin like fish skin on my legs and on my back and thighs but thank god my neck is not too big but there’s a difference and not normal neck , I wish my doctor will tell me that I only need medication but not any operation and can heal with some capsules and prayers🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏. Are you ok now ? Are you better now ? What did you do ? Can you share ?
@Anonymous-hv9bg
4 жыл бұрын
****** I started methimazole and propanolol (the propanolol is for the tremors I get)...I am doing a little better but I’m no where near where I want to be...my doctor wants me to do the radioactive iodine treatment (I already did the radioactive iodine test) but I’ve researched it and there’s a lot of downsides...I’m kinda stuck right now bc with whatever decision I make I’m gonna be on meds for the rest of my life and that sucks...it’s such a struggle...I’m so sorry you’re going thru this...it really is such a horrible disease...anytime u wanna message me on her feel free...I know sometimes it helps to talk to someone going they the same things🙏🏼💖
Thats why doctors keep a close EYE on its progression... EYE am dying lol
@shelliedavis
8 ай бұрын
IKR? The way she said it.. "An EYE.. Eh? Eh?! (Nudge Nudge).. on its progression."
I've had it for two years now, and it isn't being treated.
@ShellBAtoms
4 жыл бұрын
Since carb consumption and thyroid hormone production are linked, it is possible that limiting carbs can reduce the severity of the hyperthyroid condition. ... Altogether, it seems like a diet that is 100% gluten-free and restricts carbs (like the ketogenic diet) is one of the best diets for people with hyperthyroidism. All the best to you, Nick!
@kingatheist7231
4 жыл бұрын
@@ShellBAtoms Unfortunately, I also suffer with type1 diabetes so I need carbs in my diet. Thank you anyway.
IS THIS. A GENETIC DISEASE?.OR CAN YOU JUST GET IT?.
@caitlinphillips9581
6 жыл бұрын
If you have a family history of autoimmune diseases you're more likely to get it but it can happen without a family history
@supererikman5331
5 жыл бұрын
thyroid disease is genetic. if you have a family history of thyroid disease, you are at a higher risk of getting hypo or hyperthyroidism. Thyroid disease also has a higher prevalence among people who are carriers of diabetes
@sboloshis1188
5 жыл бұрын
It’s not just genetic though. Married couples have cases where both man and woman have the disease
@mrrmpr
4 жыл бұрын
Yes my mom handed it down to me. She saw the same symptoms in me and took me in 11 years ago and was diagnosed with it.
the doctor is Egyptian xD
@neila6340
5 жыл бұрын
she's probably a terrible doctor then
@waccasali
5 жыл бұрын
@@neila6340 He is a male doctor you moron!
@unknownperson-pt7bf
4 жыл бұрын
Letucces Satan he is from jordan And egyptain people not black 😒
@c-lexis8747
4 жыл бұрын
Waqas Ali Khan lmao you on crack? what does him being male have anything to do with being a good doctor?
@jamaicababe5533
4 жыл бұрын
Shahad Yaqoup some Egyptians are black! Key word some. Not full black just mixed.. black mixed with Arab and Berber.
I have Grave's disease and I can't lose weight to save my life🤦🏽♀️
@112musician
5 жыл бұрын
Beauty For Ashes When I was diagnosed with “raging Graves Disease” as my doctor put it I was 100 pounds overweight. I had put on 50 pounds as the Graves came on. Don’t always believe the weight loss part!
@Beauty.For.Ashes.
5 жыл бұрын
112musician I gained as well. I'm just glad I don't have the big bulging eyes though.
@terrelllewis7508
5 жыл бұрын
Beauty......me either, n hypothyroidism has misshapen my body. It gave me a spare tire.......... Marsha.
@sandradennis8452
5 жыл бұрын
Ive had graves for 9years I gained alot.Then one day I said this is enough and I lost 69 pounds and feeling amazing.You can do it just clean eat and lots of water.
@user-tw8kt1gs3u
5 жыл бұрын
Beauty For Ashes hi I have Graves' disease too and I can't put on weight to literally save my life 🤣
I'm 16 and I have graves wtf
@waazaaawoop997
4 жыл бұрын
Same here buddy wtf
@incognito602
4 жыл бұрын
Darrius Johnson I got it when I was around 5...
man, makes.it look like your coked out and has same side effects
I knew a chic who had the eye bulging. I still hit 😁