Thyroid eye disease is a complication of Graves’ disease — an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism. Both Graves’ disease and thyroid eye disease (also called Graves’ ophthalmopathy) can have many effects on well-being and quality of life.
It’s unknown how big of a role healthy habits may play in treating thyroid eye disease, but they may help improve your mood and well-being as you cope with the illness.
Jose Escobar, MD, is a board-certified endocrinologist at Lenox Hill Hospital.
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