Understanding Thyroid Eye Disease: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

Causes of Thyroid Eye Disease

TED is an autoimmune disorder in which the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks the tissues around the eyes. The primary triggers and risk factors include:

• Graves' Disease: Most commonly linked to this thyroid condition.
• Smoking: Increases the risk and severity of TED.
• Radioactive Iodine Therapy: Used for treating hyperthyroidism, which may worsen symptoms in some cases.
• Family History: A genetic predisposition to autoimmune conditions can increase risk.