Graves' Disease Surgery & Complications | Top
Atlanta Eye Surgeon Weighs In
Affecting roughly one percent of
Americans, Graves' disease is the
leading cause of hyperthyroidism.
In his latest public education
drive, Dr. Cole discusses the
most common complications and
treatment approaches for the
management of this condition -
- and why early
diagnosis is
crucial in
preventing the
most severe
complications.
So what are the
complications of
Graves'
Disease?
The surgeon explains that,
left untreated, Graves’
disease can cause severe
health problems including
altered heart muscle
structure and affected
cardiac function.
The common treatment
for mild symptoms
includes artificial days
and lubricating gels, with
corticosteroids
prescribed in more
severe cases.
Orbital decompression surgery is
necessary in the more advanced
cases - learn more at
https://oculusplasticsurgery.com/pr
ocedures/surgical-
procedures/graves-disease-
atlanta-ga
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