
How Understanding Your Immune System Can Help You Manage TED
Thyroid Eye Disease (TED) is an autoimmune disease caused by inflammation and leading to remodeling of tissues around the eyes. It is characterized by symptoms such as proptosis (protruding or

Why Women Are More Prone to Thyroid Eye Disease
Thyroid Eye Disease (TED), also called Graves’ orbitopathy, is best known as an autoimmune complication of thyroid dysfunction (especially Graves’ disease). While TED can affect anyone, women are disproportionately affected

How the Immune System Affects Thyroid Eye Disease (TED)
Thyroid eye disease (TED), also known as Graves’ orbitopathy, is an autoimmune disorder characterized by proptosis (protruding or bulging eyes), inflammation, tissue remodeling, fat expansion, and fibrosis in the orbit

Join Us for ThrIVe Health’s Thyroid Eye Disease Educational Seminar in Culver City
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Ez1OmcTA0A Living with Thyroid Eye Disease (TED) is challenging, but you don’t have to go through it alone. ThrIVe Health is hosting a Thyroid Eye Disease Patient Support & Educational

Are Certain Genes Linked to Thyroid Eye Disease?
Thyroid Eye Disease (TED) is a complex condition that affects some people with Graves’ disease, but not everyone. Understanding how genetics contributes to TED can shed light on why certain

Bulging Veins on Eyelids and How to Treat Them
The veins on our eyelids are called periorbital or periocular veins. Eyelid skin is the thinnest skin on the body, and the periorbital area is one of the first subunits

How Autoimmune Thyroid Eye Disease Interacts with Other Autoimmune Disorders
Our body’s immune system is capable of combating external threats such as pathogens and infections while sparing the host tissues. Sometimes this delicate balance between ‘self’ and ‘non-self’ entities is

Are Dark Circles a Sign of Thyroid Issues or Something Else?
Dark circles around the eyes are known as periorbital and intra-orbital dark circles. While generally not a cause of medical concern, they are aesthetically displeasing for many individuals and can

Top Activities You Should Avoid During Blepharoplasty Recovery
Post-blepharoplasty management, whether it is for smoothing wrinkles, removing excess skin, or refreshing your appearance, all necessitate adequate rest and self-care. The activities to avoid in the days and weeks

Guide to Your Follow-Up Appointment After Blepharoplasty
Completing your blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) is an exciting step toward refreshed, youthful eyes. While the procedure itself is fairly straightforward, the real reward comes as you heal and see the

When Blepharoplasty Is the Right Option for Chronic Eye Strain
The periocular region of our face (area immediately surrounding the eye, encompassing the eyelids, eyebrows, eyelashes, and surrounding skin) is the most fascinating and interesting element that others usually first

The Impact of Stress on Thyroid Health Explained
We all know stress can make us feel tense, tired, and overwhelmed. But for people with thyroid conditions, stress does more than affect mood; it can have a tangible impact