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Eyelash loss associated with hyperthyroidism.

David R Jordan1, Nina Ahuja, Lucie Khouri

  • 1University of Ottawa Eye Institute, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. drjordan@magma.ca

Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
|May 22, 2002
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Eyelash loss can be an early indicator of hyperthyroidism. Prompt diagnosis and treatment of this thyroid condition led to hair regrowth, including eyelashes.

Area of Science:

  • Endocrinology
  • Dermatology
  • Ophthalmology

Background:

  • Hyperthyroidism is a common endocrine disorder.
  • Eyelash changes are not a widely recognized symptom of hyperthyroidism.

Observation:

  • A 19-year-old woman presented with unilateral eyelash loss on the upper eyelid.
  • Further examination revealed progressive eyelash thinning and a patch of scalp alopecia.

Findings:

  • Thyroid function tests confirmed the patient had hyperthyroidism.
  • Treatment of the hyperthyroid state resulted in significant regrowth of eyelashes and scalp hair.

Implications:

  • Eyelash loss may serve as an early, subtle sign of underlying hyperthyroidism.
  • This case highlights the importance of considering systemic conditions in patients with unexplained hair loss.

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  • Ophthalmologists and dermatologists should be aware of this potential association.