proptosis
Forward-Bulging Eye
Plain-language definition
Forward bulging of the eyeball, most often from thyroid eye disease or an orbital mass.
Read our full article on Proptosis (Exophthalmos).
Where this term comes up
“Proptosis (prop-TOE-sis), also called exophthalmos, means the eyeball is displaced forward from its usual position.”
Symptom · Bulging Eye (Proptosis)
“It's the first medication specifically approved for thyroid eye disease (TED) and can reduce proptosis (bulging eyes) and inflammation.”
Medication · Teprotumumab (Tepezza)
“Mild swelling pushes the eye outward, producing the bulging look of proptosis.”
Treatment · Orbital Decompression Surgery
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Pathology terms describe diseases, tissue changes, exam findings, or complications that can affect vision or eye comfort.
Related glossary terms
- MRI
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
- cornea
Clear Front Window
- Graves
Autoimmune Thyroid Disease
- autoimmune
Self-Attacking Immune Response
- bilaterally
On Both Sides
- immunosuppressive
Immune System Suppression
A note on medical context
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