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Acquired diplopia. Not always a neurologic problem.

J L Keltner, R M Burde, N R Miller

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    This case study details a 49-year-old man diagnosed with thyroid ophthalmopathy, a condition causing eye protrusion and double vision. Treatment options for potential complications like corneal exposure and optic neuropathy are discussed.

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    • Ophthalmology
    • Endocrinology

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    • Thyroid ophthalmopathy, also known as Graves' ophthalmopathy, is an autoimmune condition affecting the eye socket.
    • It often presents with proptosis (eye protrusion) and diplopia (double vision).

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    • A 49-year-old male presented with a six-week history of progressive proptosis and diplopia.
    • The patient reported no pain, vision loss, or prior ophthalmic or systemic conditions.

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    • Diagnostic work-up confirmed thyroid ophthalmopathy.
    • While often self-limiting, potential complications include corneal exposure and optic neuropathy.

    Implications:

    • Prompt diagnosis and management are crucial to prevent vision-threatening complications.

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