In a message dated 28/03/02 20:24:28 GMT Standard Time, [log in to unmask]
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> Both the eye and dermal changes are results of antibody insults. Studies
> show that these symptoms correlate with the amount of antibodies
> present. This effect has a more obvious effect on the dermal changes
> (pretibial myxedema). I've seen this recede in previously toxic persons

Thats interesting information Greg. Is there a way you can help your
anti-bodies decrease? Or do they do that automatically when the thyroid is
stable?
The eye disease (as its on my face and so obvious ) and the pretibial
myxedema really are depressing me right now. ive had them both for 2 years
with no improvement. My eye specialist feels that my eyes are unlikely to
improve at all now, and all I can look forward to is cosmetic surgery some
time in the future which might help.

Samantha

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