The anterior displacement of the eye within the orbit, giving a bulging appearance.
Symptoms of Exophthalmos
The following features are indicative of Exophthalmos:
pain in the eyes
dry eyes
eye irritation
photophobia
eye secretions
double vision
blurred vision
It is possible that Exophthalmos shows no physical symptoms and still is present in a patient.
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Common Causes of Exophthalmos
The following are the most common causes of Exophthalmos:
inflammatory diseases
graves' disease
leukaemias
dermoid cyst
aortic insufficiency
Other Causes of Exophthalmos
The following are the less common causes of Exophthalmos:
neoplastic disease
leukaemias
meningioma
dermoid cyst
vascular disease
Risk Factors for Exophthalmos
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Exophthalmos:
graves disease
cigarette smoking
family history
Prevention of Exophthalmos
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Exophthalmos.
Occurrence of Exophthalmos
Common Age Group
Exophthalmos can occur at any age.
Common Gender
Exophthalmos can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Exophthalmos
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Exophthalmos:
X-ray: To diagnose eyes abnormalities
Positron emission tomography: To diagnose eyes abnormalities
CT scan: To diagnose eyes abnormalities
Doctor for Diagnosis of Exophthalmos
Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Exophthalmos:
Ophthalmologist
Complications of Exophthalmos if untreated
Yes, Exophthalmos causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Exophthalmos is left untreated:
corneal dryness
redness
irritation
superior limbic keratoconjunctivitis
eyelids fail to close during sleep
Procedures for Treatment of Exophthalmos
The following procedures are used to treat Exophthalmos:
Orbital decompression surgery: To improve the appearance of the eyes