Learn about Graves’ disease from global expert Dr. Harvey “Chip” Cole III, MD, FACS, Quadruple Board Certified Surgeon, including what causes it, how it can be treated, and what you can expect in recovery.
If you had to pick one of your 5 senses that's most important to you - chances are pretty good that it would be your vision.
As humans, our eyes are the primary tool we have for gathering information about the world around us, and they're also center-stage in our face, meaning they have a huge impact on our appearance to others.
With that in mind, it's no surprise that Graves' disease can sound terrifying, affecting our eyes and making them swell, but there are treatment options out there that can help to protect your vision, and keep your eyes looking beautiful too.
A new education and awareness campaign focused on Graves’ disease, also known as thyroid eye disease, has been created by Dr. Harvey “Chip” Cole III, MD, FACS, Quadruple Board Certified Surgeon, an expert in the field with more than 33 years of experience.
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The new campaign covers common causes, symptoms, and treatments for Graves’ disease, explained by an oculoplastic and cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Chip Cole. It explains that, while some cases are mild and easy to treat, severe cases can threaten your vision and require surgical intervention.
As an immune system disorder, the symptoms of Graves’ disease can vary widely but often include swelling behind a patient’s eyes. Dr. Chip Cole explains the surgical procedure required to relieve pressure placed on the optic nerve by this swelling, and how it can be accomplished with minimal risks and scarring.
Some of the most common symptoms of Graves’ disease affecting a patient’s eyes are examined, including bulging or painful eyes, double vision, and puffy or retracted eyelids. There are several treatment options mentioned, and Dr. Chip Cole explains that determining the best treatment is individual for each patient, as the swelling can affect their eyes in different ways.
Dr. Chip Cole explains that there are several ways to treat Graves’ disease by blocking the thyroid from producing hormones. Many of these treatment options include patients requiring medication for the rest of their lives.
The campaign also includes information about the recovery process from surgical interventions and the most common complications. While most patients suffer from some swelling for the first 4 to 6 weeks, the surgery is relatively safe when performed by a qualified professional.
Dr. Chip Cole has become known internationally as “The Eye Guy,” for his expertise in oculoplastic rejuvenation and reconstruction, after completing more than 33,000 surgeries over 33 years. He provides a wide range of public awareness campaigns, cosmetic surgery risk assessments, and educational lectures both nationally and internationally.
If you think you, or someone you love, is suffering from Graves' disease, don't wait until the problem gets worse. Speak to a qualified professional to get diagnosed, and contact Dr. Chip Cole to find out how you can minimize your risks with any surgical interventions.
Visit https://oculusplasticsurgery.com/procedures/surgical-procedures/graves-disease-atlanta-ga to learn more about Dr. Chip Cole, The Eye Guy.
