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Can Hypothyroidism Cause Swollen Eyelids?

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Posted on Thu, 3 Nov 2016
Question: I have swollen eyelids. Can my hypothyroidism be the cause of this? I was given medication for this about 4 days ago.
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (55 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Please, upload an image for review!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Can you pleas upload an image of your eyelids for review. It is true that hypothyroidism causes fluid retention and might explain this. However, i will like to review an image to make sure that the nature of the swelling might not be explained by some other disease condition.

To upload an image, simply click on the link to upload a file and follow the instructions. If this proves difficult, please send the image by mail to YYYY@YYYY and request that the image should be uploaded to your query.

I do promise to get back to you with more insights and helpful recommendations as soon as the requested information gets here.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Chobufo Ditah (20 minutes later)
Hello Dr. I believe I was able to successfully send an image of my eyes.

Thank you.
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (5 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Still waiting for the image. Let's wait a little!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

I haven't received it yet. Will update you if i eventually receive it. You may also check back with me to make sure I got it if you don't hear from me.

Thanks.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Follow up: Dr. Chobufo Ditah (11 minutes later)
Hello Dr. I believe I was able to successfully send an image of my eyes.
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Answered by Dr. Chobufo Ditah (50 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Thanks for the image!

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

There is no other immediate evident cause. I will strongly lean towards the low functioning thyroid. As you take the drugs, monitor this and keep me posted about your progress.

Thanks
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Can Hypothyroidism Cause Swollen Eyelids?

Brief Answer: Please, upload an image for review! Detailed Answer: Hi, Can you pleas upload an image of your eyelids for review. It is true that hypothyroidism causes fluid retention and might explain this. However, i will like to review an image to make sure that the nature of the swelling might not be explained by some other disease condition. To upload an image, simply click on the link to upload a file and follow the instructions. If this proves difficult, please send the image by mail to YYYY@YYYY and request that the image should be uploaded to your query. I do promise to get back to you with more insights and helpful recommendations as soon as the requested information gets here.